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Satisfying Work

My best days are the ones that are productive and creative. I have done satisfying work and that feels good.

12/2/21 12/2/21

Fantasy

What would you change in an old piece of art to make it more fanciful? Would you add a new dimension or strange colors? Maybe some fringe?

10/27/21 10/27/21

Virtual Retreat

start a project by participating in a virtual retreat.

1/29/21 1/29/21

Show and Tell

In spite of current events, one could not help but feel impressed with and inspired by humans. One of the many things I was struck by, was our ability to trade goods and create beautiful things.

11/27/20 11/27/20

Narrative

I make art in both figurative and abstract styles. Narrative is important in both.

8/25/20 8/25/20

August Art

These two pieces are a comment on the political times.

7/24/20 7/24/20

Priorities

I have become aware of dust bunnies and a neglected car, paper piles and soiled slip covers. These things are on, and then off my radar, with no action taken. There are a limited number of hours in a day and there is a limited supply of energy in a person.

2/25/20 2/25/20

Keep Going

When is it time to stop, and when is it good to keep going?

1/17/20 1/17/20

Just Right

Goldilocks tried out bowls of porridge, chairs and beds, to find the ones that were just right.

11/12/19 11/12/19

Abstract Art Quilt

Below are my two newest abstract art pieces. Lullaby uses calm colors and a rocking repetition of shapes, similar to a melody in a song. The shape could be a cradle or a boat.

10/24/19 10/24/19

Art Plus Location

I sometimes create Contemporary Quilt Art for a specific location. When I ship off a completed commission for a unique space, I think about whether it will indeed add something good to that location.