I create nature-inspired abstract textile collages full of the colors, textures and shapes we see in nature to remind us how good we feel spending time outdoors.

Sunrise Over the Water #1, 2022. 5” x 7” artwork in a 8” x 10” white wooden frame.

Many people love the beauty of nature. Some people like photography. Some like realistic paintings. Some like abstract art. I make abstract textile collages for those people to imagine the feeling of the waves on the lake , summer blooms on the prairie or watching the clouds in the sky to remind us how good we feel being in those places.

How do I do it?

First, I decide on a nature theme or place for inspiration. Past art series include watching clouds, fall forests, Lake Michigan shorelines. Then I create the materials for the artwork by deconstructing old shirts, jeans, or sheets. Next, I paint the fabric pieces with the colors I see in nature. I cut up the fabric pieces and sew them back together.

Why do I do this? What is my story?

I want to help us focus on the good in our lives to help us get through the tough times. One way is to surround ourselves with nature-inspired art to remind us how good we feel in our favorite places in nature.

For me, it always comes down to the peace and beauty of nature. I use those good memories to create art based on my favorite places in nature.

I started as a quilter and felt I needed more texture and color to be able to bring forth the ideas in my head. I learned a technique for painting on deconstructed fabric that allows me to explore the depth of colors I see in nature. As a quilter, a big part of the gig is having enough fabric stash to have all the colors you might need. Now I use a more sustainable method with using fabric from discarded clothes and my color possibilities are unlimited with paints I can blend to make any color I want.

Currently, I sell my nature-inspired abstract textile collages through Brushwood Nature Center Art Markets two times a year, Spring and Winter, online and in person.

In the future, I will be offering art for sale on my Instagram account. To see  what I am up to, follow me on Instagram @kathleenwarrenstudio

I do custom work. Let’s discuss  your favorite place in nature🌲
Commissions are welcome. We discuss your favorite place in nature. I ask about your EcoMemories and translate these memories into a piece of art that reminds you of your favorite place in nature.

Easy 4 Step Commission process

  1. We confirm we are a good fit for each other. (Check out my art style.)

  2. We talk about your favorite place or a loved one’s favorite place.

  3. I create a report with composition ideas and colors for your approval.

  4. I make your artwork and present it to you. Yippee!!