Artist’s Statement

In following the path of creative experimentation, I continue to be influenced by elements of the natural world, whether observing the exquisite color of a delicate wildflower, silver moonlight in the winter woods, a brown frog in the forest duff, soft white gossamer mists rising from the river, the contours of distant mountains, or vast terrestrial vistas in their ever changing tapestry of seasonal colors.  It is my fix.  It underlies my being.

Over the years, through applied study, experimentation and serendipitous discovery, I have continued to search for ways to express and share my feelings about these wondrous elements, by exploring textures and colors known only to the fiber arts.  As time passes, I become increasingly concerned about contributing to the crucial awareness we must all have of these elements - of their importance and possible demise - elements upon which  future survival of the remaining wildlife, indigenous peoples and, indeed, all of us depend.  Art, in all its forms, stands as the “non-written word" for meaningful conveyance of messages and reminders about those things that are so important to our very survival, and that we so easily take for granted.  I will not be silent.

 

Everyday Inspirations