Bloomington Open Studios Tour

Post author:springleafpress
Post published:July 23, 2020
Post category:Events

Hellbender, woodcut This year, the Bloomington Open Studios Tour is a virtual tour. Along with the rest of my fellow artists in the collective, I've posted a brief video of my studio space, a few images of my work, and a time-lapse video of my most recent paper weaving. See my page here. It is a real disappointment not to be able to do this in person! I enjoy talking to the people who take time out of their day to visit me on the tour. I love to hear the thoughts everyone has about my studio practice and the…

First Fridays Science of Art

Post author:springleafpress
Post published:August 11, 2016
Post category:Announcement Artist Books Events

I am excited to announce my participation in the First Fridays Science of Art at theÂ Wonderlab! On September 2, I will be sharing my enthusiasm for deep sea life and artist books! The ocean is a mysterious and alluring place where, in the vast deep waters, light gives way to darkness. Down here scientists are working to discover the wide range of strange and intriguing life forms that flourish in these cold, high pressure ecosystems. During this First Friday: Science of Art, participants are invited to draw on the ocean as a point of inspiration as we create deep…

BOST 2016 Wrap Up

Post author:springleafpress
Post published:June 15, 2016
Post category:Events Visits

Throughout the year, I work for many solitary hours in my studio. It is rare that I connect with people outside of my own setting unless I am working with someone on a commission or book repair work. I havenâ€™t exhibited much in town, and I donâ€™t make it out to many gallery openings, so I love to participate in the Bloomington Open Studios Tour. The tour has been a great way, my main way, to connect with people in my local community that are interested in the book arts. Just before the tour, I, and a few other artists…