JOYCE BARKER-SCHWARTZ (b. 1950) is a fiber artist renowned for her intricate, multi-step weaving technique, uniquely developed to explore the intersection of thought and form. Through a process rooted in personal reflection and sharp observation, she constructs layered, recurring narratives within her work. Beginning with painting acrylic on canvas, she then cuts the canvas into thin strips, which she meticulously weaves together, introducing a new layer of texture and dimensionality to her compositions. This innovative approach transforms the artwork, blurring the lines between painting and tapestry. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Joyce Barker-Schwartz currently divides her time between Philadelphia and Florida. With a career spanning over three decades, Barker-Schwartz has exhibited her works across the United States and internationally. Our current exhibtion, 'Material Conversations', marks Barker- Schwartz first time exhibiting in Westchester, NY.