The cusp of the New Year 2019-20

This year has involved many changes, much growth, and production of a large amount of work. In January I created a 30x30 body of work. Thirty pieces of work in thirty days, six inches square. The series was based on the book of Matthew in the Bible. It was enlightening and caused me to reflect on where I had been and where I was going in life. It was a great practice and discipline and set the stage for the production to come. 

In March after much consideration my family and I chose to purchase a new-to-us vehicle. It turned out to not be the best decision, and encouraged me to consider entering a juried fine art sale. I applied in April and was accepted in July. Production of scarves, rugs, runners, and blanket/throws, were in full swing. In addition to the sale, I was hired to teach art for k-8th grades starting with the upper grades in February, adding all the in the fall of 2019. In tandem I was creating and teaching the remainder of this year. It has been a fruitful year in both creating and sharing my passion, skill, knowledge. 

Exciting news! I have been accepted to UW Stout and have begun the process of finishing out my post baccalaureate certification for teaching Art. I began the process over 15 years ago, but rearing four wonderful children became the focus. I plan to finish out the school year cooking lunch and teaching as I have been, weaving and doing another 30x30 challenge, and starting the courses I will need to be certified. It's an exciting time. Pictured is one of the rugs I am currently weaving on the loom, the next project will be more art based, focusing on creative rather than function. I love the variety of what I can do. It is often demanding however, I embrace the gift I have been given.