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PAMELA STRATTON

I am a primarily self taught contemporary mixed media mosaic artist.
I am an avid observer of nature. I selects themes from the simple

surprises in nature’s beauty. The way sun light spotlights a shape,
the texture of the forest floor, or the amazing patterns left in the sand
from the outgoing tide. I am fascinated by the interplay between dif-
ferent textures color and forms.

KATHY UTTS

Kathleen Utts, a fiber artist and Saori weaver, transports
us into a realm where cloth becomes art. With a profound
respect for the Saori philosophy of self-expression and
freedom, Kathleen creates woven artworks that embrace

imperfection and celebrate individuality. Through her loom,
she weaves colors and textures, and stitches each piece
with her signature inclusion of bird symbology. Through

intricate manipulation of textiles, she crafts tactile narratives
that explore the intersection of artistic expression, beauty,
and the human experience. Her artworks are not mere
woven garments or tapestries but living reflections of
Kathy’s journey, capturing moments of serenity, joy, and

contemplation. This piece entitled, “ON BECOMING” is a
departure from Kathy’s usual woven work, expanding her
horizon to include storytelling with photos transferred onto

silk that peek out through woven windows, and decorative
handspun yarn plied using feathers that further her free-
spirited imagery.

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