Artist's Statement
My early creations, like paper stapled together to form a box, were laid out on my twin bed before I'd announce through the house, "I'm having a sale!"
I wanted to weave stories. I published a few pieces, the first at seventeen, so I thought I was on my way. But after so many years, I let that dream rest. Then I read about a weaver. It intrigued me. So the journey began. A library book. A (kid's) loom gifted for my birthday.
I use a variety of fibers, mostly yarn, but also kitchen twine and rope. Being a vegetarian, I try not to use products produced from animals like wool and silk. I've also used plastic bags. I wanted a piece that could withstand the elements outside.
Over and under. Over and under. The weft weaves through the warp that is attached to a loom. My 'kid' loom has served me well. My small loom travels lakeside. Sticks make tree trunks. Driftwood provides a sculptural hanger. My large loom was made at home, a gift for Mother's Day.
Ideas materialize. I'm eager to try but it's a slow process. I fall asleep examining ways to execute a design. It's a constant pursuit of progress. It's a pleasant distraction, a positive focus.
Artist's Bio
I am a middle child from Utah, who now has one son, with my better half of thirty-four years. We also have a box turtle, two cats, and a ferret. I have eighteen houseplants. I worked with plants, in a greenhouse and as a Horticultural Technician. I volunteered at my son's elementary school for the six years he attended.
I've lived in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming and Washington State. I haven't traveled as much as I'd like to, but I have traveled -cross country, Alaska, Mexico, the Amazon Rainforest in Peru (where I was attacked by the world's largest rodent).
I practice yoga. I enjoy various outdoor activities.
I earned my associate degree with high honors. I've published some writing.
I've been in two Holladay Arts Council's Tiny Art shows and two Holladay Arts Council's Fine Art shows. I was also featured in Cottonwood Heights Arts Council's Winter Gallery. I have sold a few pieces.
