Individual Artist Project

I plan to offer insights into the world of fabric collage and applique by sharing photos and videos of my work in progress. This will provide people with the opportunity to learn about the intricacies of fabric applique and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of being a fine artist. Beyond demonstrating fabric applique techniques, I intend to share the diverse sources of my inspiration, ranging from historical archives to the natural beauty found in my backyard. By creatively pairing various animals, insects, and plants with elements of their habitats, my goal is to inspire curiosity about the interconnectedness of the natural world. Using aesthetic allure, I aim to draw viewers into exploring and understanding our local ecosystem, ultimately encouraging them to participate in preservation initiatives. I believe that artists play a crucial role as storytellers in our community. Through my work, I aspire to showcase the importance of visual storytelling and motivate others to create their artistic narratives, fostering a community of creative expression.; The success of the project will be evaluated based on several measurable outcomes, such as the quantity and quality of completed pieces, the degree of public engagement with work-in-process posts on social media, the display of the final work at the Grand Marais Art Colony Gallery, the attendance of the public at the show, and the number of artworks sold. These benchmarks together contribute to the comprehensive assessment of the project's overall success. In 2023, I successfully executed two grant projects while concurrently managing my Dock 5 canvas bag business. Balancing these diverse priorities presented a challenge, but ultimately, it proved to be the most productive year of my career. One of the grant projects involved producing three video tutorials showcasing fiber art projects for individuals to explore independently. While I appreciated the positive response from those inspired by the videos, I realized that generating DIY project ideas is a distinct process that consumes time away from my artistic endeavors. Moving forward, I intend to create videos that spotlight my artistic process rather than focusing on DIY projects. I acquired the skill of maintaining a consistent level of creativity and a unified vision as I ventured into developing a series of artworks for the first time. ; Create four new artworks showcasing my distinctive vision and mastery of applique skills. Enhance social media engagement by 25% through the regular posting of work-in-process videos and photos, sharing insights into the historical inspiration behind fabric collage and applique processes, and exploring the nature-inspired elements found in my backyard. Successfully install the exhibition at the Grand Marais Art Colony Gallery. Foster connections with show visitors by encouraging guest book notes and providing accessible contact information. Achieve a complete sell-out of all artworks!