The Green Phoenix Gallery is pleased to feature during Easton’s First Friday Gallery Walk on December 4, from 5-8 pm, the much-loved felted works of artisan and children’s picture book author/illustrator Laura Rankin. The public is invited to meet and talk with Laura, and watch her demonstrate needle felting. Her lively miniature felted creations include tiny garden cottages and gingerbread houses; Nativity scenes, Santas, gnomes, and mice bearing gifts; cheery foxes, winter birds, jewel-toned felted acorns, and some fun surprises!
“This medium is a perfect extension and complement to my work illustrating children’s books,” says Rankin. She taught herself needle felting about five years ago while recovering from hip replacement surgery, and when the first batts of wool arrived by mail, it was love at first sight. “I look at a soft, fluffy handful of gorgeous, dyed wool and I see a 3D character or an object come to life for me in a way I wasn’t expecting.It’s a very joyful way for me to create. I love the rich colors – the palette is endless, and the texture and scent of the wool are very soothing to me.”
The Green Phoenix Gallery always features a unique and beautiful selection of fine, one-of-a-kind handmade crafts by local artists, and Fair Trade gifts from around the world. You will find interesting items for all ages — from charming wooden toys to lovely sea glass jewelry, from elegant scarves to whimsical clocks and mobiles– something for everyone. There is also an impressive collection of attractive ceramics, quilted wall hangings, woven baskets, fragrant soaps and lotions, and an excellent array of seasonal items for your special holiday shopping needs. There is an exclusive, ongoing exhibit of original plein air and studio oil paintings by award-winning local artist, Diane DuBois Mullaly, with new works fresh from her easel added each month. In addition, FRIVOLOUS FIBERS Yarn Boutique, (now located inside The Green Phoenix) will be featuring a beautiful, new collection of gorgeous, hand-spun, and hand-dyed yarns…!
The public is invited to The Green Phoenix Gallery for all ‘First Friday Gallery Walks,’ from 5 pm until 8 pm each month to meet the featured local artist, enjoy some wine, ‘finger foods,’ good company, and conversation. We hope to see you there! The Green Phoenix Gallery is located at 31 N Harrison St, Easton. 410-822-7554. Open Monday – Saturday 10 am – 5:30 pm, and Sundays from 11 am – 4 pm. www.facebook.com/greenphoenixgallery
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