I use small everyday and iconic objects and symbols to create large multi-layered works that reflect American symbolism, history and culture, which can also extend to other cultures, in particular Eastern Europe.

The meaning of each small piece, in part, lies in its simplicity. Each amalgamated completed work has a larger and more complex meaning.

Some of the images – such as paper postage stamps, pennants, tears, stones, crosses, printed pieces of silk- are meant to evoke an idea or a question, or spark a narrative or a memory.

Materials used include paper, silk, antique silk thread, polyester, pen and ink, bubble wrap, vinyl and a variety of fabrics.

RA Jenkin spent many years working in public health and journalism in New York City. During that time she taught herself how to work with textiles by restoring and conserving pieces that are representative of American culture. She was most influenced by a visit with workers at the Conservation Center at the Villa La Pietra in Florence, Italy.

She creates large fabric artworks using a variety of found, modern, and traditional materials. This is her first solo show.

She has lived in the Hudson Valley for the last 10 years with her family.