“Meditation for Monarchs & Mom” 2024. milkweed pods (coated with Fabric Sculpture Medium), waxed linen, found objects, copper wire; interior - ceramic bowl thrown by mom years ago, rocks, bronze casting of her hand. 24” h x 23.5” w. x 24” d. Created during the final months of my mother’s life as we sat together, talking, napping, and just enjoying each other. It will be on display next at the Swope Museum of Art, Terre Haute, October 18 - December 15, 2024
Interior view with ceramic bowl by mom, rocks and bronze casting of her artist’s right hand.
view 2
“Crown for Gaia”, 2023. natural & found materials, waxed linen, gemstones
A recent commission, honoring “Gaia”, earth mother, currently on display at the Art Barn School of Art exhibition, Butterflies and Beyond, now through September 27.
This is my first time entering this juried exhibition and “Meditation for Monarchs & Mom” was one of 70 works selected from over 600 entries!
Examples of my eco-printed scarves.
“Fancy” Basket will be available for purchase at this event.
I will be offering my jewelry, eco-printed and discharged clothing. I will be on-site to greet customers and assist. Hope to see you!
Silk scarves, up-cycled tops and much more will be offered. It will be held at 1001 Sand Creek Drive, Chesterton, IN 46304
Talisman Pendant, forged copper backing with mixed media assemblage embellishments.
A continuation of my newest and beloved "reciprocity" series inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer's book, Braiding Sweetgrass.
Reciprocity Vessel No. 1, 2023. 24” h x 18” w x 12” d.
natural & found materials, waxed linen, beads.
Botanically printed (eco-printed) scarves. Each is one of a kind!
I will have a booth selling my clothes, scarves, and jewelry at this outstanding art fair held at Dogwood Park, Chesterton Indiana.
My signature hand pendants, forged copper, gemstones, and more.
I will have a booth of my clothes & jewelry at this one day event in downtown Rensselaer, Filson Park.
“Goddesses of the Woods” Banners. 2019, eco-printing on silk. Each is 8’ h x 24” x.
“Meditation for Monarchs & Mom” 2024, 23. 5” x 24” x 23”. Included in this exhibition
“An environmental virtual art show to celebrate the beauty of nature & highlight the ravages climate change is causing. In the art you will see, hear and feel the pain, the passion and fell the importance of preserving what is only given once in a lifetime” Below is the link:
https://artspaces.kunstmatrix.com/en/exhibition/13306868/natures-palette
“Fancy” 2023, sweet corn husks, waxed linen, found objects, turquoise gemstone, guinea feather. 9.5 h. x 10” w. x 10”d.
A group show of regional artists at the Chesterton Art Center, Chesterton, IN.
“Totem for Gaia” also in the exhibit. 2022, natural & found materials, waxed linen, gemstone beads, paperclay (hands), acrylic (hands). 24” h. x 14.75” w x 11.5” d.
“Fancy” is one of my pieces on display.
Selected for this annual show is “Another Strange Dream”, 2023. natural & found materials, embroidery with cotton mounted on eco-printed cotton fabric.
“Fancy Elder” a vessel from my Guardian Series, will be exhibited, Walnut & mulberry barks, curly willow, found objects, waxed linen, feathers, pebbles. 41” h. x 19” x x15” d.
Leaf Inspired Copper forged earrings
A detail view of one of my eco-printed scarves featuring the magic of leaves from my yard including sweetgum and smokebush, two of my favorites. The gorgeous purple background was created by a logwood dye blanket.
I will make my home studio available for holiday shopping now through Dec. 24 by appointment. Email me at bonniezimmerartist@gmail.com
So excited to be invited to join this elite group of artists. This 38th annual showcase of 24 leading Midwest fiber/textile artisans offering exquisite creations from hands that weave, dye, knit, felt, quilt, stitch and design contemporary and traditional fashions, home decor, and holiday gifts. I will be offering several new small baskets, a new edition of eco-printed scarves and tops and discharged tops and a few surprises…
“Fancy”, coiled sweet corn husks, repurposed metal, turquoise jasper gemstone beads. 2023
One of the little baskets i will be offering for sale.
PAC will be holding its annual sale coinciding with the Rensselaer Merchants Holiday Stroll Sale. I be one of fifteen artists and vendors offering a variety of fine arts, fine crafts and artisan foods. I will be offering jewelry and tie dye. I will be present on Thursday evening from 4 to 7:00 PM.
I will be offering small art baskets, silk scarves and my signature netted stone pendants.
A shot of my display at the Opera House Gallery, offering a sample of my jewelry , scarves & new little baskets.
This fair will be inside and outside with a wonderful range of offering.
This annual art fair is one of my favorites! I will be selling my jewelry and clothing.
MY NEXT EVENT
MY NEW SCHEDULE WILL BE POSTED SHORTLY… TO MUCH HAPPENING!
My next solo exhibition to be held at The Arts Federation galleries in Lafayette, In. Details to follow
Reciprocity Vessel I, natural and found materials, knotless netting with copper wire.
Another new work, “Burn Barrel Basket”, salvaged aluminum pan (burned in my Mom’s burn barrel), found objects, waxed linen, beads. 9 1/2” h. x 10” w. x 9 1/2” d.
My booth
Detail from Reciprocity Vessel.
“Reciprocity Vessel” explores the positive interdependent relationship between humans and nature, illustrating how each can enhance the other…
I WILL NOT BE PARTICIPATING…
I will be traveling with family during the March Hunt & Gather but hope to be selected for the May 12-13 event. THANKS TO ALL MY CUSTOMERS. HOPE TO SEE YOU IN MAY!
I love being guest artist/teacher for the day! I will be teaching lessons in clay to K - 5th graders at my grandsons’ (Port 5th and Banks 1st) school. Stay tuned for photos!
