1. How do you describe yourself? I think of myself as a serious mixed media artist, I feel my best work is still ahead of me...
2. What is your creative process? I
like to begin with a basic idea often motivated by a walk , a museum
visit , travel, or pushing an existing idea...Then on to the next step
of sketching and recording those preliminary ideas which includes color
considerations. Eventually,I find a palette that satisfies and expresses
the idea.
3. Describe your studio space. A sanctuary is the best way to describe my studio space. It's peaceful... I have continued to tweak the space and it seems to get better . I do wish I had room for an additional table for wet work. What
I find works best for my creative spirit is good organization, sounds
like a no brainier, but it's so much nicer to be able to put your hands
on a tool immediately rather than wasting time looking.
4. What's your signature style? How long did it take you to find your style when you first started making art quilts? I have spent a lot of time discovering my voice... early on I
was attracted to the newest gadgets and and all related textile
supplies/ stuff. Finally, I realized that I needed to acquire some real
skills in the a media that I found best expressed my work..Not to say
you cant find new ways of expressing the work but its hard when you are
all over the board. Finding your passion and sticking with it ensures
good work.
5. Are there artistic endeavors you are yet to do? I
have been very fortunate, I have had my work exhibited all over the
world. However there are still a few venues that I would like to
exhibit.
6. Do you keep a sketchbook and/or journal? Yes,
I love the idea of keeping a sketch book, having a place to record
thoughts and new idea, that can be reviews and documented provides a
nice launching pad for later work.
7. Being published is important to artists, so do you have any instructional dvd's, author of books, YouTube channel, have a website with other artists for collaborative projects? I
haven't done any collaborative projects However, I do enjoy exhibiting
with small groups when there is a theme that interests me.
8. Do you teach? Yes,
this past year has been very busy for me I provided classes and
lectures across the country.... I haven't committed to teaching for 2017
9. Having your work in juried,
invitationals, and solo shows is a great way to get your name out
there. Where can people see your work? I'm
currently preparing for a solo exhibit in San Diego, California at The
Visions Art Museum, January 2016. In addition to participating in a
special exhibit to celebrate Bishop Desmond Tutu and his wife Lea October, 2016 in Cape Town, South African, in conjunction with Michigan University.
10. How many years have you had your work in d@8 exhibits, or is this your first time? This is my second exhibit in an Dinner@8 exhibit.It is an honor to have my work exhibited with the Dinner@8 artist.
Do you have a special memory about Yvonne Porcella that you would like to share with us? I
didn't have the pleasure of meeting her but it was her work that always
made me smile... I felt her work spoke volume's about her fun
personality.
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