My word for 2015 is EXPLORE – 2015.01.07

I’ve been contemplating my plans for 2015, and was delighted to come across this blog post by Jane – it made me think about my goals in a different way!  It was hard to pick just one word, but the word Explore really resonated with me.

I’m going to explore new exhibit opportunities to enter and show my work – although I’m not sure which ones yet.

I’m exploring new workshop ideas – although admittedly the next one was suggested by the guild, not by me.  In February, I’ll be teaching ‘Architectural Art Quilts from Photos’ for the Grouse Mountain Day Quilters Guild.   It has also been suggested that I should develop a workshop on my techniques for making circle quilts.

I’m going to explore new techniques.   I have decided to start a new series of tree quilts.  The new series will be more abstract than my previous series.  Each quilt will be 36 inches long and widths will vary from 14 to 18 inches.  They will all feature a tree or two, but each one will have different techniques.  My goal is to make one a month during 2015.

The trees will be based on one of the photos below, or possibly even more abstract like this quilt.

IMG_0109  IMG_0098

For the first quilt, I’m using non-realistic colors to force myself towards the abstract concept.  I had a fabulous multicolored piece of fabric in my stash that I used for the tree, and I’m going to use black & white fabrics for the background.  Here’s a sneak peak at my fabric selections.

TerryAske-auditioning background fabrics

 

I’m also going to explore a new working relationship.  I’m really excited about this!  My fiber artist sister Anne and I have decided we’re going to collaborate on one or more fiber art projects.  In 2013 (has it really been that long!?), we collaborated on a pair of fiber art pieces for the ‘Abstracted’ exhibit by members of the Fibre Art Network.  I’ll be visiting Anne later this month, and we’ll spend a few days in her studio exploring and creating.  Anne is much more into surface design than I am, so I’ll also learn and explore some new-to-me material and techniques.

 

Do you have one word that describes your goals and plans for 2015?  I hope your goals  – whatever they may be – bring you fun and satisfaction.  And I wish you all a happy and creative year!

 

Thanks for stopping by.  Today, I’m linking up with these blogs – click on the links below, where you’ll find many other creative projects to inspire you.

   Esther’s Blog   Sew Fresh Quilts

 

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5 Responses to My word for 2015 is EXPLORE – 2015.01.07

  1. Happy New Year Terry. This looks GREAT . I LOVE the multicoloured fabric and the black and white background is brilliant. Love those little “lollipop trees”! I guess my single word for 2015 would be DIVERSIFY! I am heavily involved in digital photography right now as well as my fibre art work. Hope it is an even happier marriage than before as my Photo skills improve. Looking forward to seeing this piece develop!

  2. What a great word! Sounds like you have a lot of fun planned for this year. And I love your abstract tree against the black and white background. Looks fabulous!

  3. I love trees so much and always have wanted to somehow pay homage to them in my work, but haven’t come up with the right way to do it. I already like your using non-realistic colors – but then again, I like everything you do – keep up the explorations!

  4. I love the crazy color trees Terry. And I am excited to be mentioned in your post. We are going to have fun collaborating!

  5. momiji says:

    That’s the spirit! I will look forward to seeing where your experiments will lead you in the coming year! As for me, I suppose INDIGO remains the magic word. That might not seem too ambitious at a conceptual level, but there are still so many possibilities to pursue!

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