A Place to Wander

A mixed-media textile work that celebrates the beauty and tranquility of a peaceful landscape, where a majestic tree rises above gently rolling hills and a winding path leads the viewer through the scene. The tree’s richly textured trunk and canopy of individually layered leaves create a strong focal point, while two tiny cardinals, hand-stitched in embroidery and nestled among the branches, offer a delightful detail waiting to be discovered. Colorful flowers rendered in silk ribbon and embroidery bring vibrant touches of pink, yellow, purple, red, and orange to the surrounding landscape. Felting and layered textile elements add texture and dimension to the rolling hills and foreground, while the curving path draws the eye into the distance, creating a sense of depth and inviting the viewer to imagine where the journey might lead. Subtle touches of paint and mixed-media detail enrich the sky, tree, hills, and pathway with depth and tonal variation, resulting in a piece that feels peaceful, hopeful, and alive with the quiet beauty of nature.

Materials: Silk ribbon, cotton fabric, embroidery thread, wool fibers, acrylic medium, and oil pastel
Dimensions: 18” w x 14” L