“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.
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.
“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.
Selected for this annual show is “Another Strange Dream”, 2023. natural & found materials, embroidery with cotton mounted on eco-printed cotton fabric.
“Fancy” is one of my pieces on display.
“Goddesses of the Woods” Banners. 2019, eco-printing on silk. Each is 8’ h x 24” x.
Reciprocity Vessel No. 1, 2023. 24” h x 18” w x 12” d.
natural & found materials, waxed linen, beads.
“Totem for Gaia” detail.
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!
“Self Portrait No. 2”, 2020. waxed linen, found object. coiling basketry technique of waxed linen around heavy linen cord.
This fabulous event is held in Crown Point, Indiana at the Fair Grounds. A two day, fabulous market with 150 vendors. Friday night 5 - 10 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm.
A sample of a few of my copper wire netted stones I will be selling.
This is the loveliest, shady location! Hope to see you. Starts at 10 AM on Sunday Sept. 25 (EST)
My Gaia’s previous appearance was at ARTPRIZE 2021, Grand Rapids, MIchigan. Her Salon Show installation will feature the full 12’ diameter installation around her base.
TOTEM FOR GAIA: Celebrating The Goddess of The Earth will be one of the works I will be exhibiting.
Ice dyed and tie dyed tops, onesies, and socks will be among the items I will be selling.
One of the works, I have on display in “Reflections”. Entitled “Reflecting on Nature”, ecodyed paper, natural & found materials.
Detail of Legacy Series: “Dancing Guardian”, found objects, mulberrry roots bark, curly willow, Feather, waxed linen
