As a contemporary sculptural 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.
Weaving With NW Plant Fibers – Classes at BARN
Many wonderful basketry teachers will be coming to offer workshops at BARN.
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Artist in the Woods Residency at IslandWood
Some thoughts about my recent Artist in the Woods Residency project.
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June 10 & 11, 2017, Cedar From Tree To Pouch
Back by popular demand, a Cedar From Tree to Pouch Workshop will be held at the new Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network, on June 10 & 11, 2017.
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Ed Carriere Culture Carrier, June 9, 2017
Ed Carriere Suquamish Master Weaver will give a program June 9, 2017 at 6:30pm at BARN.
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Spring Project at IslandWood 2017
I am excited to have a dedicated time to document some useful plant fiber projects.
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Sydni Sterling’s Studio
Painter, Sydni Sterling, with her husband, Poet, Mike Dillon, have inspired me for decades.
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Exhibit Opening, Nov 4, 2016, 6-8pm
If you can please come to the opening, Nov 4, 6-8pm, for refreshments and art!
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Art in the Woods Nov 11-13
Come out to the 2016 Art In The Woods Studio Tour! My work will be on display at Sydni Sterling’s studio in Indianola.
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Grateful for Wonderful Students
I am grateful for this Cedar tree and for these students!
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Suquamish Elementary Students
Thoughtful, bright, 5th graders from Suquamish Elemenatary.
Read MoreLessons Learned Through Weaving
Dawn Walden teaches us a thing or two about Mad Weave.
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IslandWood Artist Residency 2016
I met some awesome 4th + 5th graders this year at IslandWood.
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