Banner Oak Pottery
I grew up west of New London and graduated from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. I majored in Studio Art/K-12 Art Education, with a concentration in drawing and watercolor. For 20 years I have taught Art to students of all ages in the Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa school district.
I have always been drawn to realism, but I try to capture my interpretation of the moment with intense color and intriguing textures. I derive most of my inspiration from the beauty and design of nature. I am fortunate to live next to the Mill Pond in New London, where the water lilies, pottery, flowers in my garden, and the mirror-like reflections of the pond itself often inspire my work.
In my most recent work, I take digital photographs of my subject, which are altered with Adobe Photoshop. Using these images as references, I draw the subject on the canvas and then apply oil paint with ink rollers and palette knives. This gives a surface texture that is richer than paint applied with only a brush. I try to layer the colors to bring out the depth of color and form of my subjects. I strive to share my vision of reality.
Saturday
10 am - 5 pm
Sunday
12 pm - 5 pm
"This
activity is made possible in part by a grant from the SOUTHWEST MINNESOTA
ARTS
& HUMANITIES COUNCIL (SMAHC) with funds appropriated by the State Legislature."