THE CREATIVE PROCESS

Art is my primary language. Making art is sacred ground--it's a place of discovery and spiritul renewal. It defines how I think and process and communicate in the world.  It's where and how I find meaning, balance and calm.  Art, the creative process itself, is what grounds me as a human being.  Every time I approach a work of art, whether as the maker or the viewer, I am transformed.  The energy that a work of art embodies always gets me thinking, questioning, and looking at the world from a new perspective.  This process, of being able to see the world anew continually excites me.    

Most often, I choose to work in fiber, and have become known for the hand felted wool works of art and wearables that I create.  Felting, as it is known, is an ancient craft that has been around for hundreds of years.  It's a very immediate art form, both fast and strong.  The materials are all natural, and organic.  It's a healthy and friendly art medium, that also requires a degree of physical strength and presence.  All of these factors appeal to me.  I appreciate the history of hand felted wool, and am equally fascinated by the many ways that contemporary artists are pushing and pulling the medium in new and unexpected directions.

I invite you to view a collection of my art work by clicking here: http://www.jeanniethomma.com/gallery.html