I have had a desire to make a piece about old growth forests. My last attempt was not very successful. I love the mystery of them. The trees stand like sentinels, watching over theĀ landscape they inhabit.
I used 3 photos that I have taken in forests of the Northwest. I played with them in photoshop and then printed them on silk with my large Epson printer. I had this amazing, earthy hand dyed fabric that I have been saving for this piece.
This is the enter photo that I manipulated in Photoshop and printed on silk.
These are the other photos that I printed in triplicate for the side panels.
This piece is a departure from what I normally do, and I am not over the moon about it, but it is not too bad, I think. Here is a detail:
On another note, my second cataract surgery was uneventful. I opted not to have any sedation and was very relaxed through the whole procedure. It was nice to come home and not be blotto. I was able to drive the car and pick up some groceries and drop the CD for the show at the FedEx store. I have mild pain in the eye tonight, but I am seeing quite well. I don’t need my cheater glasses for most things – like working on the computer.
I must stop and pay attention to Project Runway, now.
Offering some of your process in getting from there to here once again sent me on a different journey. Since I can do no more than admire your finished work, my own imagined quilt turned out differently. Thanks again for the trip!
I’m glad your surgery went well, the colors in this piece seem to show your eyes are back to normal
Gerrie, this piece is different for you but still has your style. I think it will be accepted in the next show. It has a great presence to it, just like the trees you’re honoring.
Good news about your eye/s!!
That fabric is wonderful – and I especially like the four central images.
I really love your color scheme on this one, wish I could see it in person.
I really like this Gerrie. It’s so lovely and that fabric is perfect.
Glad your eye surgery is a done deal and all went well.
This is a departure from your usual creations, but I really like it. The stitching in the background really brings the piece together and from a distance it gives the illusion of being in the forest. Boy, the thought of not having to reach for my cheaters all the time is exciting. Wishing you a beautiful weekend.