If I were to sum up in one word as to who I am and what I love to do it would be that I am a “Maker”. I am happiest when I am creating. It could be an encaustic collage, a print, an artist book, an appealing meal, or designing something in one of my gardens.

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I enjoyed making things as a child, but my love for creating really caught fire while working with Maine Crafts Association. Initially, I served as an organization consultant and later as Interim Executive Director. As I learned the breadth of possibilities and witnessed firsthand the beautiful items people created, my desire to learn and expand my skills took off.

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Since that time, I have taken workshops in book arts, encaustic, fiber, mixed media, and printmaking at Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, MECCA, USM, SMCC, and others. Currently, I am part of two inspiring art groups committed to supporting and critiquing one another’s work. I enjoy volunteer work as an Advisory Board member with the Maine Crafts Association, a member of the Meetinghouse Arts Program Committee operated by the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Freeport, and beginning this Fall, a studio monitor at Artascope.

 

My work is influenced by what I’m seeing/feeling/experiencing in the world. While much of my art is politically oriented, I enjoy making pieces that I feel are just plain beautiful. Nature plays a major role in what I create. I enjoy teaching adults so stay tuned to the various classes I’ll be offering re: artist bookmaking as well as printmaking.

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I hope you enjoy perusing my creations, and perhaps along the way, you’ll find a special piece you feel you need to have or a perfect gift for a loved one.

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Thank you for coming to my website and looking around! I appreciate it!

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Suanne