patterning process

I spent a little time last night creating a new pattern called leaflets. This simple line drawing ended up with a multitude of ways to experiment and add texture and depth.

I am not sure why I create these patterns. It's like a game of solitaire, is it a waste of time? or just passing time without thought? I love the jigsaw aspect of fitting the elements together to create a seamless mix of line and color. My quilts don't use pattern (since I prefer working with the line work of the thread). I am not a pattern person in my surroundings, eschewing things like wallpaper and pretty little skirts. What is it?

©2011, Paula Kovarik

Poison ivy

Isn't it interesting that poison ivy shows up in areas trod on by humans? I have very rarely seen it in deep wilderness areas. It must have a wicked sense of humor. This post in honor of the 10 days I spent taking cortisone pills to rid myself of the rash on my face last month. I snapped this pic near the entrance to the Memphis Zoo. Watch out little ones!

coloring day

Felt like coloring today. Here is the fish and bait pattern developed in color.

©2011, Paula Kovarik

squares and spots

Here's a new pattern that wants to be a shower curtain. Any other thoughts on what it could be when it grows up?

©2011.Paula Kovarik

Parallel Lives _ the book

The Parallel LIves show is over for now. Taking it down yesterday was a LOT easier than putting it up.

And, just like two dogs with a bone, Jean and I are continuing our collaboration to create a book that outlines our process in creating the art. Our approach? Create random pages expressing stages of development, assemble and revise. Here is one page showing our (extremely professional and somewhat effective) lighting system. The quotes from our email conversations will be liberally scattered throughout.We'll announce the final product in this space. So put it on your reading list for the future.