Going back to the quilt tradition of using a line of thread that does not cross itself, travels across the piece to define areas of interest and wobbles to create texture, I am experimenting with a doodle line. Here is a pic of the work in progress. It is a yin yang composition that is composed of two lines, one in white thread on black, the other, black thread on white. Working title: Same but Not.
I spent a little time last night creating a new pattern called leaflets. This simple line drawing ended up with a multitude of ways to experiment and add texture and depth.
I am not sure why I create these patterns. It's like a game of solitaire, is it a waste of time? or just passing time without thought? I love the jigsaw aspect of fitting the elements together to create a seamless mix of line and color. My quilts don't use pattern (since I prefer working with the line work of the thread). I am not a pattern person in my surroundings, eschewing things like wallpaper and pretty little skirts. What is it?
©2011, Paula Kovarik
Isn't it interesting that poison ivy shows up in areas trod on by humans? I have very rarely seen it in deep wilderness areas. It must have a wicked sense of humor. This post in honor of the 10 days I spent taking cortisone pills to rid myself of the rash on my face last month. I snapped this pic near the entrance to the Memphis Zoo. Watch out little ones!
Felt like coloring today. Here is the fish and bait pattern developed in color.
©2011, Paula Kovarik
