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I Ching Modern Quilt Along
The I Ching reflects the universe in miniature. It is also a book of patterns. Join me in making a modern quilt based on it.
Mod Mood Quilt Along
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Category Archives: Mantras for Creativity
Extravagant Generosity
This one quilt “Manna” brought in $16,000. I wonder about the power, the extravagant generosity of art to move people and rain bread from heaven. Continue reading
Posted in Community, Mantras for Creativity, My Creative Process, Personal Heritage
Tagged community, god
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On Being Judged
Finding and trusting one’s own authority is essential to developing authenticity in improvisational process. Continue reading
Posted in Mantras for Creativity, Modern Improv, The Modern Quilt, Tools, Tips, Tutorials
Tagged improvisation, quiltcon
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Death Valley Bound… Again!
There will be no distinction between inside and out when I return to Death Valley. There will be no past or future, only the space of the present.
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My Blue Bike Ride
Riding along the bay in East Oakland on a sunny Sunday afternoon in winter restores my rhythm of attention. Continue reading
Posted in Mantras for Creativity, My Creative Process
Tagged blue, nature, rhythm of attention
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Repetition ~ act of saying over again
Repetition is the foundation for all pattern making. I was inspired by these wine barrels on Treasure Island today. Continue reading
Color Channeling
My creative space becomes animated when work is flowing. So many subtle influences are at play. Continue reading
Posted in Color Palettes, Mantras for Creativity, My Creative Process
Tagged flow, orange, power, red, rhythm of attention
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Death Valley Walkabout ~ Ubehebe Crater
Death Valley is the living image of God’s presence in absence. Continue reading
