As a contemporary visual artist I've been exploring the traditional art of weaving with plant fibers since 1985. I gather materials respectfully, recycling bark off of trees that are being cut down, pruning selectively to encourage the growth and health of plants, and replanting at every opportunity. I enjoy sharing the lessons I've learned from my generous teachers.
Being a hands-on, low-tech type person, I will do my best to make weekly (or at least monthly) posts. I like writing about the making process, worthwhile community projects, and sharing practical ideas of what the seasons have to offer those who are longing to live creatively within the rhythms of the natural world.
Sterling Studio Art Sale 2015
Thanks for braving the heat to come visit us. Come visit us again for AIW Studio Tour.
Sterling Studio Open 7/31-8/1, 11-4
Sterling Studio Open July 31-Aug 1, 11am-4pm. New work, and works in process.
Heat Spell-New Work
New work and a cleaned up studio motivated by fantastic weather!
2015 Summer Art Sale 7/31-8/1
Painter Sydni Sterling and I will exhibit new work this July 31 – Aug 1
Cedar-Tree To Pouch
Had a beautiful day with students at BARN, making Cedar bark Pouches.
Cedars Become Teachers
We did a little cedar thinning for our generous neighbors today. Ready for class tomorrow!
UW Society of Ethnobiology
It was a beautiful day for the outdoor workshop ‘Weaving With Invasives’ held in the lovely Medicinal Herb Garden on Seattle’s UW campus. I’m grateful to the UW Society of Ethnobiolgy which hosted this event, and especially to Alex Harwell and Ashley Blazina. Along with organizing this event they made sure we had plenty of […]
Weaving With Invasives
Friday, May 29, 2015 Weaving With Invasives Workshop, UW Campus, Seattle.
BARN-A Place For ‘Makers’
Bainbridge Artisans Resource Network, or BARN has programs for artisans up and running.
Cedar Workshop June 6, 2015
June 6, 2015 Cedar workshop with Melinda West
Weaving With Western Red Cedar
When the Wild Rose Blooms, the sap is up in the Cedar!
IslandWood Artist in Residence
Dunlap and Wellington Elementary schools, and Dearborn Park International
