The 100 Day project 2022(50 days in!)

We are half way through this years 100 day project and I have to admit I am a little surprised.I have such a low stress approach to this years project and it has simply fallen into my routine and way of life.

I approached this years project in an exploratory way. My end goal was to capture a handmade feeling. Organic shapes, rough textures, earthy colours - embracing the imperfect.

Wabi Sabi Style.

Raw brushstrokes, dyed fabrics, paper + fabric, slow stitching and the ultimate goal of somehow tying it all together.

Smaller projects, no need for finished pieces, time spent just trying out things that I have been intrigued by….

I knew I would be away travelling for the first half of it so my supplies and materials would be limited. I was curious to how far I could push the materials I had with me.

Coffee filters, sketchbook and found paper, paint (yellow ochre, napthol red, burnt umber, white + black) and a big jar of matte medium.

I love my garage wall of inspiration especially since it was accompanied by a few interested geckos, some birdsong and early morning roosters. I loved watching how it moved in the breeze.

As per usual, making collage papers were my Go-To.They are perfect for short periods of creative energy and little pieces of art in themselves

I also had some scrap canvas and materials so those got painted as well. I am hoping to incorporate more sewing and textiles into the next 50 days.

It’s a very good start and definitely the beginning of its own story. I look forward to seeing what direction it takes.

Keep easy,

Julie