Collage and Mixed Media

I’ve always found peace in sketching, painting, photography and just jotting down my ideas. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a creative person. Throughout my professional life I worked for architects, interior designers and furniture designers. I even married a creative thinker, an architect. Together we’ve renovated, designed and built several homes. I find my mind never stops moving, but how do I channel that energy?

Collage and mixed media…

The juxtaposition of elements in collage satisfies my creativity. I integrate my own handmade papers with embellishments, drawings or photography. Each piece is unique. It may tell a story, convey a feeling or sometimes a piece is designed for you to draw your own conclusion.

I feel my quest to be a successful artist has just gotten underway. I plan to continue studying a variety of artistic media and incorporate what I learn into my work. My art is limited only by my imagination.

I am a member of the La Grange Art League and the Midwest Collage Society, the National Collage Society.

Email: janlew48@hotmail.com



Thursday, May 27, 2010

Rain Barrel

It was fun to see the rain barrel created with my artist friend Pam Peterson sitting on La Grange Road. Pam's been painting various things for the LGBA over the years and mentioned how it's a bit boring to have to paint it by herself. Of course I said "I'll do it with you!" and she was glad to have me. We had fun putting together and then running around in the rain to get it photographed and delivered. Pam is a talented faux finish artist who has recently decided to take her art in a different direction. She creates beautiful things and I'm inspired by her creativity and talent. (And we like to giggle!) Pam, thanks for sharing your barrel with me!
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

In the beginning...

I'm going to start a blog. Someplace to show my work and document my creative journey... or at least give it a try!
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