Ruby in the Emerald Forest

Ruby in the Emerald Forest is the first piece in Nature Series Part II. Red macaws, one
of the West Coast Wonders symbolizes the tropics and blending of cultures. Originally
from Central and South America, they have made their way north. Ruby sits perched
upon her tree, basking in the sunlight enjoying her emerald forest amidst a stream of
flowing water echoing the sound of the tropics. Here, you can hear the call of the wild
as it travels through the forest.

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Title: Ruby In The Emerald Forest
Dimension: 29.25” X 35”
Date Completed: December 10, 2007
Materials: Commercial and Hand Dyed Fabrics, Dyed Batting and Fibers
Techniques: Inked and Painted with Oil Paintsticks and Acrylics; Machine Appliquéd
and Quilted/Hand Embroidered
Exhibits and Venues:
2008: Legacy of Quilts- Pearls of Wisdom in Austin, Texas
2009: Dallas Quilt Celebration in Dallas, Texas
2009: Albuquerque Fiber Arts Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico
2010-2011: International Quilt Festival 2009-2010 West Coast Wonders (Juried)
Travelling Exhibit in Long Beach, California, Houston, Texas and Cincinnati, Ohio

Awards and Honors:
Honorable Mention at Legacy of Quilts- Pearls of Wisdom in Austin, Texas

Artist’ s Private Collection