Initially my focus of my tapestry work
was upon the colors and shapes needed to create a well-designed
piece. An evolution occurred as my depictions of houses began
to display my concerns about the economy, social issues and environmental
changes. The tapestries now show cracked facades referencing both
possible damage from earthquakes and inner turmoil. My own home
in the Ozarks, a place my husband and I built one board at a time,
represents security. Even here the consequences of altering the
earths processes are felt. The ongoing dialogue about this
transformation and my response to it made me realize that I want
my houses to spark a conversation about environmental threats
and sustainable practices.
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