Pine Needle Art ..... Florida Style by Kathryn Erickson

Thursday, November 26, 2015

KATHY: Punta Gorda, Florida, United States; Classes: Visual Art Center in Punta Gorda, FL. Call 941-629-7278 for more information. Private lesson: Call 941-769-6549. Baskets for sale at: Wild Child Gallery, Matlacha, FL; Skaneatles Artisans, Skaneateles, NY. I strive to develop innovative designs and blend the aspects of different styles of basketry, objects of nature, and hand spun wool into my pine needle and native grass creations. Many pieces incorporate agate slices or stones slabs into the bases, sides, and covers of my baskets using no adhesives or epoxy overlays. This allows the true beauty of the agates and fine designs of the pine needles and grass to truly make a statement, creating much more than a basket, but a work of art. I started sewing traditional pine needle baskets, but quickly decided color and patterns were important so I introduced agate slices as a base. I then found other mineral slabs that are equally beautiful. My present endeavors include unusual mineral masses which challenge the artist and the eye of the beholder. I look forward to task each time I sit down to weave.

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