Ondele, 2019

Ink, washi, acrylic gouache on panel

18 x 24 x 0.75 in.

This piece is from a large and ongoing series. This particular one is singular, but many pieces in this series are combinations of images or sequences of works on paper or panel.

I sew the image onto washi with raffia, then mount it onto panel and continue with ink and acrylic gouache.

I am inspired by the Asian philosophies that emphasize emptying the mind and experiencing the energy that creates all things. I am inspired by the meditative nature of crafts such as basketry, textiles, and Asian calligraphy. I focus on the daily practice of doing an activity that brings me into the present moment.

About the artist:

I have been a working artist all of my life. From an early age I began to wonder "What is this life?" "What is reality?" This led to a life-long habit of reading widely and to study of Asian art and philosophy. My primary interest has been how to use these ideas every day to appreciate and enjoy the wonder of our existence. Working in my studio, walking, and tai chi are my daily practice. Hiking and camping throughout the western United States have provided deep inspiration from the natural world.

After receiving a degree in Art Practice from the University of California, I have made my home and studio in Berkeley, California. My work has been featured at the Berkeley Art Center, shown around the San Francisco Bay Area and is in the collections of numerous hospitals, businesses, and individuals.