The Journey, Version Two

Materials: Origami paper, calendar images, half gem on vintage glass microwave tray.
Methods: Glue, scissors.
Meanings: People, places, creative peaceful and practical activities of life.
Memories: Personal global travel, personal and professional experiences.
Dimensions: 10.75 in. H x 16.25 in. W = 27.25 cm H x 41.5 cm W
NFS.

The initial visual impact of my work is complex texture, contrast and colour.

Look more closely.

The surface you see is built on layers of materials, methods, meanings and memories.

Connections

Materials: Buttons on a vintage window screen.
Methods: Hand sewn.
Meanings: People met along the journey.
Memories: Trying to sleep in the heat as a child.
Dimensions: 11.5 in. H x 36.5 in. W x 1 in. D = 29 cm. H x 92 cm. W x 2.5 cm. D
NFS.

In each piece of art, I extend the life of everyday items through creative reuse. In the meantime, I reduce my garbage footprint.

“Layering is not a label for a specific technique, such as collage. It is a way to think about creating art as a synthesis of ideas from many sources: the sciences, philosophy, metaphysics, experience, and imagination.” slmm.org