Minnesota florals series
While on a trip to Minnesota in August, I took a ton of photos of flowers and foliage. I am terrible at gardening, so don’t grow flowers of my own, so maybe that is why I was so enthralled with … Continued
While on a trip to Minnesota in August, I took a ton of photos of flowers and foliage. I am terrible at gardening, so don’t grow flowers of my own, so maybe that is why I was so enthralled with … Continued
Learn the basics of using natural dyes on papers and fabrics. We will also make dye bundles to take home and use.
I’m gonna be watching for the beautiful today!
This quote seems especially appropriate on this day that we are to have a Super Blue Blood moon! Because of where it falls on its elliptical orbit, the moon will be a bit closer to earth making it appear 13% … Continued
Mixing collage with paint is one of my favorite art techniques. “Lady Liberty” has a painted background and face, using acrylics, Shiva paintstiks, and oil pastels. Her dress, hair, and crown are made with collage. She kind of looks like … Continued
It’s that time of year when nature get’s our attention with a beautiful fall display of colorful leaves. My daughter and I recently collected a batch of freshly fallen leaves and tried out a technique of preserving them using a … Continued
I have been so priviliged to be commissioned to make a piece of art to commemorate the life of a loved one who has passed away. The one piece turned into two, and were a pleasure to work on. They … Continued
The first project that I made with my naturally dyed materials was a little sampler book full of the beautiful colors and the plants that they came from. That way I can remember the colors that I will get with … Continued
I have been doing lots of research and experimenting with natural dyes lately. I am intrigued by the ingredients, the process, and the results that will then be incorporated into my artwork. I love not only the colors, but the … Continued