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An Archaeological Site

When quizzed about the subject matter I choose to illustrate with fabric and machine, I explain, I frequently find myself drifting in many directions. I attribute the nomadic intensity to creative curiosity, a need to carefully observe the subject before my eyes to see possibilities. Although I prefer animated themes, I also enjoy interpreting more challenging landscapes such as my photos taken at Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico.  As a design idea begins to spark I combine my imaginary skills with reality, which allows me to begin to develop more a complete design layout.  In the case of Bandelier , it wasn’t enough to “reconstruct” the rugged canyon dwellings of the Ancestral Pueblo people, there was a requirement to include humans too.

Bandelier 32½" × 41½"

Why the Lion Hunt?

Three visits to the Assyrian gallery in the British Museum (London, England) introduced me to another area of historical inquiry. On display in that gallery are the most magnificent and intriguing panels carved from stone by artisans working 600-900 years before Christ. The many panels depict life in the Mesopotamian valley showcasing not only Kings and gods but the people, peasants, slaves, fishermen, and armies as well as the animal and plant life of the era. The totally captivating visits influenced me to try to recreate with fabric, ink and thread the action and spirit of one panel, which heralds the exploits of an 865 B.C. Assyrian king, Asburnasirpal, hunting desert lions.

Lion Hunt, 865 B.C. , 86 ¼ʺ w x 48¾ʺ l