Completion imminent

This is what I have been working on for a couple of months now. I am going to complete it while I am here in San Carlos. I will write more about it when it is done and presented properly. 

 

Peace (Greasey Bush)

 

 

 

detail

 

Yes! it’s essentially complete!

Grasses

 

Grasses

 

Grasses are a discovery I have made since moving to this area. Coming from New England grass was not quite so interesting. Here in the wilds of Cochise County AZ the grasses are magnificent. There are a kazillion varieties and all throughout the year they change their appearances. They shimmer and dance, delicately balanced on those stalks, surviving the sun and wind.

I have been working on this piece for entirely too long. I figured it neccessary to complete if I were to move my work this year to new levels and a fresh committment. It’s not quite done, it needs to be blocked (dampened, flattened and pinned till dry). But I am posting it because *creatively* it is done. Most of the fabrics used have been handpainted by me . I’ve got some beadwork in there, a plethera of applique techniques for the grass.I thought it gives depth to mix the variety. Keeping things decorative I have added beadwork to the decorations along with some sequins for the shimmer in the grass.There is simple quilting throughout.

Here are some details

Grass detail

 

Grasses bottom detail

Now I can continue to move on towards my hearts creative expression, thanks for looking.