August 2026
“Finding the Rhythm”
A solo show by Susanne Hausermann
A new art exhibit opening in August explores all things rhythmic. Susanne Hausermann’s show “Finding the Rhythm” opens on August 7th with a reception from 5-7 pm as part of the Whitehorse First Friday Art Crawl.
“Rhythm is everywhere,” says Hausermann. “It helps us understand how things work and allows us to better function in various aspects of our lives. Rhythm in music is very well known of course, but what interests me as a textile artist is the visual rhythm in a piece.”
For those viewing the show, they will see Hausermann’s exploration of rhythm through the use of elements such as emphasis, balance, contrast, repetition, proportion, movement, and white space.
Hausermann’s skills in working with textiles began to develop as a child. “Fabric has always been very important to me, even as a little kid. The variety of colours, the warmth and the softness of the material calls to me. Fabric is the most beautiful medium to work with in my mind.”
Hausermann enjoys creating her own fabrics using recycled materials such as newspaper or audio tapes. She also likes to incorporate unusual objects in her work.
Hausermann immigrated to the Yukon 16 years ago from Switzerland. She takes her inspiration from the colours of nature on Little Atlin Lake where she lives, from books, the paintings of masters, and music.
“Finding the Rhythm” will be on display at Yukon Artists at Work throughout August, until Aug. 28th.