Calm

The second challenge for #ITAC2017 was to create a piece of artwork,

using whatever format or techniques we wanted,
taking inspiration from Asia

& to include one or more of the following;

mandala inspired motifs

geometric shapes

tiles

flowers from the region

calligraphy or handwriting

faded or dyed fabric
powered pigments

Throughout this tournament

I will be working in a small handmade paper book.

My thoughts went to calming mediation,
breathing in & breathing out,
to fresh air,
blue skies,
& delicate flowers.

So in this rather crazy, mad world of today,
join me & take a few moments of quiet contemplation,
to focus on what is important to you,
on the good, the brave & the beautiful.

My piece is entitled

Calm

I decided to create a small collage piece,
using images found in a magazine of
cherry blossom in Japan,
a fabric sample,
& tiles.

I also used handmade washi-style tape
& a small charm.