Back in 2012, while cutting through a familiar alley in Seattle, I noticed a box of hardback novels sat beside a dumpster. I took one look at these old books and thought, “Why are these being thrown away? I can use them creating works of art”.
Three years later, here I am. I have experimented with a countless amount of vintage books found in alleys and thrift stores. I have spent sleepless nights curled over my desk with glue up to my elbows, fingers cut from my clumsiness with an art knife (and clumsiness in general), and all of it fueled by my love for bringing something discarded back to life.
I pour my enthusiasm for nature and fairy-tales into every book artwork I work with, in hopes of creating just a little bit of paper art magic. I am a quiet lady, but my imagination is wild and noisy, and these books full of words allow me to speak the creative ideas that weave through my mind, daily.
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2014
Art knife, glue, Micron ink pens, water color pencils.
Art knife, glue, Micron ink pens, water color pencils.
2015
Early stages
Art knife, glue, Micron ink pens, water color pencils.
2013
Art knife, glue, Micron ink pens, water color pencils.
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These are jaw dropping, excellent work. I am inspired, now I need to go find some old books :)
No words to describe The amazingness of it. Do you use a magnifying glass? Just an art knife?! Oh I wish you could teach me.
If I can find a better word than "artistic" talent,I would find it and use it here My respect and regards ..... ....
Awesome, but please tell me those are worthless books... Cause I love classical old books lol
Now that is not only original, clever and beautiful but also environmentally conscience!
Very cool! She should incorporate her talent as part of a book like "The Hobbit" for visual imagery of the story.
You must offer a wonderful Seminar / class / workshop to teach this!!! I would LOVE to make one!!!
What do I think? ... I can't begin to put into words what I think about these incredible works of art. You are extremely talented & patient.
And I thought I was clever making a Kindle case from an old book! This is amazing!
Gorgeous, but I hope you use s****y books because I look old books to read.
While inventive and really cool, this is not bringing "new life" to old books.
Absolutely beautiful!! Very creative and imaginative ... your work inspires me. They'd look awesome in shadow-boxes :)
I always like recycling ideas. I think Tha is a clever way of reuse. My idea of recycling is purely environmental. Also, saves money.
Amazing what an old book can become when it's in the hands of such a talented artist. Would love to own one!
incredible. Is an understatement to this womans artistic gifts from God !!! truly a joy and inspiration to feasts ones eyes on !!!
Takes you right 'inside' the text! It would be interesting if the centre of the cut-out focused on one meaningful word - the text's heart.
Beautiful....what an eye for perfection. And the time...wonder how long it takes her to do this.
You must have a lot of time and patience, they look brilliant, thanks for showing them to us.
This is amazing - beautiful, inviting, and yet sometimes even a bit haunting.
i would like to find this person and slap them with a book. books are for reading. if you would like to carve something try your banister or the desk/table you use
These are jaw dropping, excellent work. I am inspired, now I need to go find some old books :)
No words to describe The amazingness of it. Do you use a magnifying glass? Just an art knife?! Oh I wish you could teach me.
If I can find a better word than "artistic" talent,I would find it and use it here My respect and regards ..... ....
Awesome, but please tell me those are worthless books... Cause I love classical old books lol
Now that is not only original, clever and beautiful but also environmentally conscience!
Very cool! She should incorporate her talent as part of a book like "The Hobbit" for visual imagery of the story.
You must offer a wonderful Seminar / class / workshop to teach this!!! I would LOVE to make one!!!
What do I think? ... I can't begin to put into words what I think about these incredible works of art. You are extremely talented & patient.
And I thought I was clever making a Kindle case from an old book! This is amazing!
Gorgeous, but I hope you use s****y books because I look old books to read.
While inventive and really cool, this is not bringing "new life" to old books.
Absolutely beautiful!! Very creative and imaginative ... your work inspires me. They'd look awesome in shadow-boxes :)
I always like recycling ideas. I think Tha is a clever way of reuse. My idea of recycling is purely environmental. Also, saves money.
Amazing what an old book can become when it's in the hands of such a talented artist. Would love to own one!
incredible. Is an understatement to this womans artistic gifts from God !!! truly a joy and inspiration to feasts ones eyes on !!!
Takes you right 'inside' the text! It would be interesting if the centre of the cut-out focused on one meaningful word - the text's heart.
Beautiful....what an eye for perfection. And the time...wonder how long it takes her to do this.
You must have a lot of time and patience, they look brilliant, thanks for showing them to us.
This is amazing - beautiful, inviting, and yet sometimes even a bit haunting.
i would like to find this person and slap them with a book. books are for reading. if you would like to carve something try your banister or the desk/table you use
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