In 1985, our eldest son, Spence, began kindergarden at Suquamish Elementary, the first year of his public school experience. Our youngest son, Jeff, was three years old then, and I had recently transitioned away from my nursing job in Seattle, to become a full-time "Home-Maker". By a gift of good fortune, I was then able to begin studying Art, in … [Read more...]
Cedar and Iris Fan Is Done
This fan is approximately 5' wide by 4.5' tall and 2" deep. It is made out of my favorite ornamental plum branches, Siberian iris stalks, New Zealand flax, and inner bark of the Western red cedar. I love the textures and smells of the materials while working. When I conceived this, I thought I'd end up applying … [Read more...]