I studied Dress Designing from 1948 to 1951 and rec’d a great deal of exposure to other art forms, as well. I have continued my studies in Millinery, Dyeing of Fabric, Quilting, Beading, Jewelry Making, Surface Designing, Photography, Charcoal Drawing, and Painting on Canvas over the years.
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Fabric, Texture, and Color have always intrigued and inspired me. I have always created Wearable Art and Original Clothing; Art Quilts since 1984; and now Photography and Watercolor & Acrylic Paintings. As a Correspondent Photographer/Writer for the North Port SUN, I cover several events each week on the Arts & other activities in the Community. My ‘heart’ sings with joy at a creative challenge!
There have been numerous Awards: Best Of Show, Originality, Judge’s Choice, and many First, Second, Third, & Honorable Mention Ribbons. Several of my Artworks have been displayed in Public Places. I am especially proud of the fact that my Racism Wall Quilt has been displayed in several Galleries & Shows throughout the U.S. and in the U.S. Embassy in Pakistan, Istanbul.
I love to share what I have learned with adults and children. It gives me pleasure to inspire and encourage others.
Artist’s Statement:Fabric: design, color, texture speak to me, foremost. A client’s figure concerns, the occasion, and wear ability are taken into consideration when creating original clothing. Regarding an art quilt, the message is paramount to me and inspires my creativity. As a method or technique is learned, it is incorporated into present and future projects. Therefore my artwork is ever changing. I use the computer and paintbrush to reinforce a statement that I wish to convey and hopefully inspire in depth thinking by viewers.
Many special surface design techniques are incorporated into my artwork: dyeing of fabric, beading, machine thread painting, free motion machine embroidery, foiling, silk screen printing, and polymer clay original buttons. Whether it is a garment, a wall quilt, or a painting, the viewer need not be aware of the complex methods used to reach the end result; just the visual pleasure and/or message!
As for my photography and writing, it gives me personal satisfaction to promote the North Port Art Center, other artists’ works, special community events and group activities through the local newspaper.
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