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Rickie Jacobs

Rickie Jacobs bridges the gap between technical precision and textile artistry through meticulous line work and vibrant color.

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Rickie Jacobs is a Chicago-based visual artist and designer whose practice emphasizes the relationship between structured line work and fluid color. Drawing on a professional background in textile design and hand embroidery, Jacobs creates intricate abstract compositions using pen-and-ink and alcohol-based pigments. Their technical expertise extends to silk painting with hot wax resists, a skill reflected in the meticulous patterns of their "Lines in Balance" series. Jacobs’ work has been recognized in juried exhibitions such as the Consilience of Art and Science at the Pence Gallery and the Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists’ Urban Life/Social Fabric.

Visual voice

Jacobs’ aesthetic is defined by a balance of structured geometric abstraction and fluid, alcohol-based color washes. Their work frequently features intricate pen-and-ink line patterns that reflect a deep technical foundation in textile design and hand embroidery.
Geometric AbstractionPen-And-InkTextile-Inspired PatternsAlcohol-Based ColorHand EmbroiderySilk Painting

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What mediums does Rickie Jacobs primarily use?

Jacobs works with pen-and-ink, alcohol-based colors, and textiles, including silk painting with hot wax resists.

How does the artist's background influence their work?

Their training in textile design and hand embroidery informs the intricate patterns and geometric structures found in their drawings.

Has Rickie Jacobs' work been exhibited?

Yes, their work has appeared in juried shows like the Consilience of Art and Science at the Pence Gallery and Urban Life/Social Fabric.

Does the artist create commissioned pieces?

Jacobs has experience creating commissioned silk wall hangings and embroidered Judaica.

What are some recurring themes in Jacobs' art?

Their work frequently explores themes of intricate patterning, geometric abstraction, and the balance of lines.

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