Whimsical Trees, 2020
Artist: Joan Rutledge
About the Artwork: The piece was inspired by a workshop with Michele Mischkulnig. It is made by layering silk of various colors and fusing them to each other and involves heavy quilting to form the shapes. When you begin you have no idea where you will end up. As I was working, the trees began to evolve and I see a rich forest filled with rich colored leaves and twirling vines. Accent leaves were created and appliquéd to reinforce the concept.
Media: Silk
Dimensions: 16 wide by 20 tall
Framed: Gallery wrapped
Notes: This piece is part of “The Shaffner Collection.” The Shaffner Inn, and Founders Restaurant, is located at 150 Marshall St SW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Artwork can be viewed during normal business hours or by appointment. Reach out to Carrie for an appointment at carrie@artfolios.shop. Arrangements will be made for purchased artwork to be picked up directly from the Inn.