Woodland Wool: Wise Guys

6/15/10

Wise Guys

Over the last year I have been looking to science to help confirm my instincts of what is going on on this planet. Thanks to the universal language of the internet I've come across a wealth of knowledge that has helped to prove a lot of my suspicions.

During my hunt I came across musician John Boswell and his fantastic video tributes to some of our great scientific minds. Combining found clips and altering the audio, John weaves together the most melodic tunes making science down right dreamy. One of John's early videos in his Symphony of Science series called "We are all Connected" inspired me to do my own tribute to a few of my favorite wise guys David Suzuki, David Icke, Edgar Cayce, Carl Sagan and their ideas on our near future.

I'm hoping that John will create a tribute to include Canada's very own protector of Nature himself - David Suzuki! Most of us Canadians grew up watching David on "The Nature of Things" and have hopefully developed a deep rooted respect thanks to the knowledge he passed on.

As I continue on my quest for knowledge I will expand my Wise Guys Collection, until then postcards bearing the first round of "Wise Guys" portraits are currently available on Etsy.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/49223171/wise-guys-postcard-12-pack

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Working in the arts has always been in the cards for me. After a childhood filled with time spent creating using what ever materials available, it was no surprise that by the age of seven I was firmly committed to living the life of an artist as I grew up.

After attending specialized art classes as a teen, I began my post secondary education studying photography and digital imaging, before shifting my focus towards graphic design, printmaking and film studies, eventually receiving a BFA from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design in 2003.

Upon graduation I began teaching art to elementary students, and for over two decades I have continued to work as a freelance photographer and designer, collaborating with many musicians, entrepreneurs and not-for-profit organizations.

Since relocating to the tiny community of Ellershouse over a decade ago, my artistic practice has grown to include the creation of tactile fine artworks and products that make use of natural and recycled materials. These days I primarily create using wool from local British milking sheep raised in Avondale, which I carefully hand dye prior to transforming the fibre into vibrant felted wall hangings and functional items like hats and purses.

After taking on the role of facility manager for the Avon River Heritage Society Museum in 2013, the tidal river that surrounds the historic waterfront park became an ongoing source of inspiration for my artwork, especially evident in my 2019 felted series ADAPT, my graphic print Year of the Salmon, and the corresponding installation Ghost Salmon, which was placed along Simpson's Creek in Newport Landing in June of 2019.

When I'm not working or creating I continue to pass along my skills and knowledge by leading fibre art workshops and demonstrations, and by actively volunteering with groups like the Avon River Arts Society and the Full Circle Festival, organizing cultural events and activities.