{ Little Red Corvette } : 3 x 5 x 1” : Spine View
{{ Little Red Corvette } : 3 x 5 x 1” : Front View
{ Little Red Corvette } : 3 x 5 x 1” : Back View
{ Little Red Corvette } : 3 x 5 x 1” : Binding View
{ NEW WORKS : Personal Graffiti } : October 2018 //
I was recently asked to participate in a group show for the holidays. I am completely honored to be a part of this group. I admire and respect the work they do, so I jumped on the chance to be included. But here’s the thing…I did not make ONE SINGLE BOOK in 2017. Not one.
‘Never Be’ 5.5 x 9 x 1” : (Binding View)
I did this for several reasons. One was BURNOUT. I was just frustrated. My books were not selling at various local galleries…or on Etsy…or at art fairs. So I quit. I quit making books.
‘Never Be’ 5.5 x 9 x 1” : (Front Cover View)
I realize now that this was not my best decision. To walk away from what I LOVE based on what the market told me? That is not me. That is not who I am as a Creative Person. I create because if I do not, I am do not feel Whole.
‘Never Be’ 5.5 x 9 x 1” : (Back Cover View)
So I started making books again. And I love them. They are funky and grungy and messy and so, so, so BEAUTIFUL. Just like me.
‘Never Be’ 5.5 x 9 x 1” : (Endcover View)
‘Let Them Go’ 5 x 7 x 1” : (Binding View)
‘Let Them Go’ 5 x 7 x 1” : (Front Cover View)
‘Let Them Go’ 5 x 7 x 1” : (Back Cover View)
‘Let Them Go’ 5 x 7 x 1” : (Endcover View)
My show with Ellen Braaten, Martha Sullivan and others will be on Saturday, December 1st from 10am-4pm at 702 York Street in breathtaking Blacksburg, Virginia.
{ Valentine's Love Letter Workshop } : January 28, 2017 // Blacksburg, VA
I am so excited to partner up with my friends over at The Joyful Quill to create this truly unique bookmaking/writing workshop on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at The Artful Place in Blacksburg, VA. I will be kicking off the workshop by leading a 'Flower Fold' bookbinding experience. This mini book is adorable, so easy to make and looks terrific! Next up is Lesley and Jenny from The Joyful Quill to lead you through a writing exercise to help you craft the perfect love letter for your Valentine!
Pre-registration is REQUIRED...so please follow this link for event details!