2011 Inland Crafts: Not Just Crafts But Art

Last week I attended the 2011 Inland Crafts on Friday November 11th. There were

many talented artist at this eventbut I chose to highlight four in particular. The first artist is Wendy ZupanBailey. She is a doll maker. She hand sculpts each doll out of polymer and
paper clay. The body of the doll is formed from wire and batting armature. Sheuses a variety of paints, such as, oil paints, water colors, and acrylics. Thedolls clothing are made out of vintage materials. Her dolls have a whimsicalold world feeling.These dolls are acombination of old world charm and whimsy of a story book character.

The next artist I chose to highlight was Louise Kodis. Ithought it was a big coincidence that I happened to be at a place that was showcasingher art. The day before I went to the Girl Scouts and they also had some of herartwork on display. Her artwork is a combination of brightly colored, shiny,glittering silks hanging from bamboo. They have a wide range of textures and
colors. The bright colors of her work are eye catching, but the way the silk hangs gracefully gives the work a serene feeling.

Another artist that I chose was Kim Groff-Harrington. This artist uses recycled items to make here art work. She uses vintage tins,bottles tops and wires them together to make her art work. She hand cuts and pounds the metal. Her art work is very feminine and quirky.

The finally artist that I highlighted was Cyndie E. Morgan. She is a former dancer and her art work is influences by dancing. This artist hand sculpts polymer and paints it with metallic paints. She uses rocks,feathers, wood, and wire to form the body of her sculptures. I have seen herwork before at other festivals. I enjoy her artwork because her pieces display
movement and grace. Her figures look as if they are suspended in mid dance. Her artwork reminds me of dancers striking graceful poses.