A few projects from 2017

So much has been happening this year, my head is spinning. 2017 has been a great year, full of rewarding projects, and most are still in progress. I now have a newsletter to let you know when I'm part of an exhibit, when a public art project is being unveiled, or other significant events. To subscribe, follow this link:JK Mosaic Newsletter Mosaic Memorial Panel installed in Port Orchard in June I have yet to get a high-quality photo of the skatepark mosaic in Port Orchard, but I do love that I caught the young man shredding in the upper left corner. The lettering is made of opalescent black glass, so it reflects light to the camera, but is very visible in person and reads "VANDENBERGH PLAZA" after Mike Vandenbergh, who was instrumental in the expansion of this heavily used skatepark. The mosaic was commissioned by the South Kitsap Skatepark Association and the family of Mike Vandenbergh. Read More Banner for South Capital Neighborhood in Olympia I'm very excited that I was one of six artists who designed banners that are being installed on Capital Way to delineate the South Capital neighborhood from the State capital campus. Mine is just past the walking bridge to the visitors' center. I've been working in papercuts for a few years, and I'm very excited to see one of them turned into public art. The Diversity Mural You might know that this is my 5th year leading a weekly glass art class for at-risk teens in Shelton, WA. In January, we launched a mural project where we've been creating mosaic hearts, along with the community, which will form a huge rainbow when installed on the exterior wall of the school. Through social media, word has spread, and we have been receiving hearts from all over the world! Follow the project on our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HeartMosaicMural CHIAROSCURO: CASTING SHADOWS IN MOSAIC” GROUP MOSAIC SHOW presented by: Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Highway 101 Lincoln City, Oregon 97367 Friday, December 08, 2017  through Monday, January 08, 2018   The ancient art of mosaic is enjoying a renaissance in the world today. Artists are using traditional tools and materials and combining them with other materials and a contemporary sensibility to create astonishing new work. This group of artists from Oregon and Washington all work in the broad medium of mosaic, and will explore the nature of light and dark, how shadows are cast by materials in their work, or how mosaic materials either reflect or absorb light. Artists include: Lynn Adamo, Joanne Daschel, Scott Fitzwater, Jennifer Kuhns, Karen Rycheck, Richard Davis, Jo Braun, Kelley Knickerbocker, Kate Jessup and Mark Brody. Opening reception: Friday, Dec. 8th   5pm-7pm *The image featured is a work-in-progress mosaic that is nearly finished, and will be included in this exhibition. I'll post more about this piece when it's finished.