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



Wednesday, November 30, 2011

TGIW @ FUMC


I am a member of The First United Methodist Church in La Grange.  The kids and I really like being part of this group of people and we do what we can to support it.  On Wednesday they hold the bulk of the congregations weekly meetings, like group discussions, adult and kids choir practice, etc.  It ends with a supper.  They call it TGIW (Thank God It's Wednesday) and I have to say most days I am glad it's Wednesday!  Not only do I get a little break from cooking dinner and cleaning it up, but it's a time to catch up with friends.  The 60+ year old banquet table used every week are shot, so a few folks decided to hold an art and craft sale and silent auction to raise money to replace them.  I made a couple of small pieces for the sale and this 11X 14 piece was for the auction.  I'm happy to report my work ended up at my friend Deb's house and TGIW will get a few tables from the proceeds.