I wove a Basket, then drew it years later...

In preparation to teach a group of 7th and 8th graders, basket weaving, I needed to weave a basket myself. In the spring of 2017 I wove this basket as an example to share with the students. This year in my current studies and return to college (a second degree in Art Education), I needed to create a still life in which to draw. In my drawing II course which I have been enjoying the challenge of, I get to explore my talents I usually don't focus attention on. As the cancellations were starting to cascade through my email I needed to focus on the finish of this drawing, I am 90% finished with the work, when I was called away, to take care of taxes and a family farm auction. In the storm of negative situations, it took will and focus to push through this work. I will be forever grateful for the opportunity to use my gifts, I will never forget "where I was when" drawing this still life. There is always a deeper meaning to creative endeavors. Please support your artists and artisans, by buying local and handmade. You are supporting your neighbors, family, and community when you do so.