Jane Walker's Jazzy Linocuts

Bottles and Pears

Jane Walker is a super-talented printmaker who caught my eye on Twitter.

Her bio line there says, "Still chasing that elusive perfect linocut."

Well, Jane, I believe the chase is over.

Jane's still life linocuts are nothing short of stunning.

Graphic patterns, color choices that are deep and rich,

and hints of mid-century design

combine to give impact and wow-factor.

Stormy Sky

Lemon and Moon

Tulips and Stripes

Grapes

Eardley Pot and Plums

Snowdrops and Pomegranate

More of Jane's work here:

Website

Twitter

Note Cards by Sarah Robinson Designs

 

I first noticed Sarah Robinson's work on Twitter, and began following her.

This girl from the UK has got real artistic talent.

I especially like the charming note cards she creates from her linocut designs.

 More of Sarah's work here:

Etsy

Twitter

Vanessa Lubach's Terrific Linocuts

Vanessa Lubach, of the UK, has a particular talent for linocut.

Take note of the overlapping tree branches and the fur of the squirrel. 

When the many steps in the process of creating a linocut print are 

realized and appreciated, one sees that her detailed artistry is truly outstanding!

Sketching, cutting the linoleum, printing each color.

The results make a lengthy process well worth it!

Well done, Vanessa!

Find more of Vanessa's work here:

Website

Etsy

Facebook

Instagram

Images used with direct permission from Vanessa Lubach.

Lovin' Lisa VanMeter's Prints!

Lisa VanMeter, of Indianapolis, Indiana, creates spectacular handmade prints.

She does original work with linocut, woodblock and screen printing.

The processes involved are detailed and time consuming,

but the beautiful results are well worth every minute!

I'm showing off some of my favorites. Enjoy!

The pieces above and below are screenprints: Fall Marigolds and Aspen Forest.

The following two are woodblock prints: Sunflower Blooms and Beachcomber.

These are linocut prints, each with a photo in process.
Aspens

Orange Cosmos

Test the Waters

Find more of Lisa's work here:
Website
Etsy


Images used with direct permission from Lisa VanMeter.

The Central PA Festival of the Arts at Penn State

Spent a fantastic day at Penn State, my alma mater, in State College, PA!

We enjoyed every minute browsing the tents of handcrafted wares at

the annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts -

affectionately known as Artsfest.

My photo above, taken of a T-shirt bearing an image of the official Festival Poster.

Each year it's designed by Visual Arts Professor Emeritus Lanny Somese.

Read more about the posters here.

I pulled together my photos of my Artsfest favorites, 

along with links, when available.

A quote by Émile Zola is fitting here:

"If you ask me what I came to do in this world,

I, an artist, will answer you:

I am here to live out loud."

Enjoy the work of these talented artists 

who truly are living out loud!

Hibbs Art Glass

Mary Hamilton Linocuts

Friendswood Brooms

Delish Glass

Penn State's Steidle Building

Larry Smith Impressionist Paintings

Here's Larry in action.

Dave's Woodcraft

Accessories by The Passage

Each year a banner competition is held.

Current and past banners are displayed in overhead zigzags,

adding a colorful, festive flair to the event.

More info on the banners here.

Bashar & Roula Jarjour

Batik by Amit

Penn State's geologic obelisk consists of samples of Pennsylvania

building stone from throughout the state. It was constructed in 1896.

 

Old Town Wind Bells

Richard Bond, Glass Artist

Quilts by Lorac Designs

Clifford Nevin Scherenschnitte

Roger Mathews

Baxterbots

Everyday Bow Ties
Geraldo De-Souza was winner of the Booth of Distinction Award!

Strouse Woodworking

Tom Homann Pottery

Maryann Schmidt

Peppermill Studios

Here's where you can find out all about the

Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts!

Nittany Lion photo op:

Lee, Lu, Julie, Mare

So enjoyed spending time with them,

along with Colleen, Anita & Bruce,

plus Pat & Tom with thanks for their tip-top hospitality!