A while back a friend sent me a card with a painting of a whimsical shoe with a marshmallow on top. It was love at first sight. When I flipped the card over to see if it gave credit to the illustrator of this magical shoe, I discovered the wonderful world of Katherine Dunn. She just published a book, "Creative Illustration Workshop for Mixed Media Artists". I have admired her work for quite a while, purchased a couple of her pieces, and can now call her friend. I have so much respect for how Katherine approaches her work and her life on Apifera Farm. Her artwork comes from such an honest place and she has an extraordinary talent for telling her stories with pictures and with words.
I can't say enough wonderful things about this book. Katherine lets you inside her world, a world filled with magic and inspiration - twinkling ornamental night skies, gardens of donkey ears, and lots and lots of four (and sometimes two) legged lovin'. I can't think of a better guide to take you through the world of creating mixed media art - not only is this book inspirational and will get your creative neurons snapping, but it is thorough and informative about process and materials. It also is supportive and gentle - don't do paintings just to sell them, respect your process and be patient with yourself, and don't attach yourself to the outcome.
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3 lovely comments:
Thank you for telling me about Katherine. I teach high school art and will use her book for inspiration. I enjoy your blog; I find you to be an inspiration too! I used to design needlepoint canvases and love to see your painterly ones. I have got to loosen up my style! :)
Oh, you are going to love this book for your students. Thanks for your kind words about my work as well. It means so much:))
What a kind and generous post, Amy. You are a gem yourself- let's not forget my husband wears your apron [when asked]. Thank you for this...
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