Creating artwork is influenced by so many things, places and people. For me, the Native American Influence has been great since moving to Sedona in 2001. We are surrounded by beauty but also the art and traditions that have been a part of this area for many, many years. The weaving done on this gourd titled, Spirit of the Warrior, is done with waxed linen in a tapestry weave. I like to call it needle weaving. The needle directs me as to where it wants to go.  I often say my weaving is intuitive. I do not start with a design. I have an idea but I let the idea grow.

I have been working diligently to get a few new pieces done. This piece, Great Spirit, was inspired by the many Native American works we are surrounded with in the Southwest. The gourd truly spoke to me and I was guided as I prepared as well as when I was weaving it. Although it was not intended, the top of the gourd is very much like the rock formation we have here-Cathedral Rock.

Each year the Verde Valley Weavers & Spinners Guild participates in the Verde Valley Fair. I always try to submit a few items. This year I entered three: Egyptian Goddess (gourd sculpture), Indian Pottery Basket and Vibrations (ash basket). Well, I won First, Second and Third in my category of Baskets and also BEST OF SHOW. That is exciting!