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, September 13, 2012

Back in the Saddle

I know, I know.... It's been a while.  Lots of changes around here. In February we finished the house and moved out of the rental.  A month or so later I went back to work taking a job designing/selling kitchen and bath cabinetry. (Lots to learn!) The adjustment hasn't been easy, but I do like what I do.  Then there is the unpacking, finishing up things in the house (still working on that) and just taking care of business. We spent 2 fantastic weeks on vacation in Italy.  Talk about inspiration.... WOW! All that meant there wasn't much time for art.  I took a few classes during the past 9 months just to keep me sane, but I haven't been able to give it the attention I would like.  I really miss it.  All the activity and no art time was really starting to get me down, when this happened.... 2nd place a the Midwest Collage Society Show at the Beverly Arts Center!


Since then I have made sure to carve out a few hours of time each week to be in my studio.  Classes started up at the La Grange Art League this week which will help make sure I schedule some creative time.  It's good to be back in the saddle!

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