Park City
February 20 – March 20, 2026
Reception: Gallery Stroll Reception, February 27, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
French-American artist Elodie Blanchard, based in Brooklyn, presents Mending Joy, an exhibition of textile-based artworks that transform discarded materials into sculptures, wall hangings, vessels, and immersive installations. Working primarily with used clothing and textile remnants, Blanchard reclaims forgotten or overlooked materials through layering, stitching, and embroidery.
Her work balances intuition and intention, combining technical experimentation with emotional resonance. The process often begins with accumulation and sorting—collecting fabric like a painter builds a palette—before deconstructing and reassembling materials in unexpected ways. Through repetition, fabric manipulation, and exploration, Blanchard constructs new forms that embody resilience, imperfection, and playful reinvention.
While vibrant and whimsical on the surface, the work also explores themes of time and both personal and collective memory. Blanchard describes her aesthetic as “joyful, with a tint of gloom, melancholy, and weirdness,” stitching remnants into new narratives.
Julie Nester Gallery
Address: 1280 Iron Horse Dr., Park City, UT 84060
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