Creative community through sustainable art

This spreadsheet was found online for free and adjusted to my personal needs, but it’s a powerful tool that needs to be shared. When I find the source, I will link it appropriately. In the meantime, you can download a copy of mine for free! This spreadsheet is capable of tracking your harvest weights, dollar…
Just for fun, I created a Google Map of all of the community-based and edible gardens in the Colorado Springs area. Click on the points in the map to explore your local community garden scene. Clicking on each point allows you to access a Google street view as well, which can be fun. 🙂 Access…

Registration for Studio 2 Design’s Fall Classes through the Bemis School of Art is now open! Are you looking for a unique creative workshop experience? Do you really dig the terrarium and shadowbox art that Studio 2 is known for? Or, do you have the desire to make a truly inventive and inspiring gift for a…

I’ve been busy in the studio, cranking out work for the upcoming market season here in Colorado Springs. In celebration of Spring, I present to you my Spring Shadowbox Series! Each piece is created using collected and found materials. I have a penchant for old books, (especially children’s literature books), maps, and everything vintage and handmade…

Work in progress. This is my second go-round of a bigger, better, Alice piece. (The first one sold, but you can view the WIP on Studio 2’s Instagram page) A bit about my process: I collect vintage and antique illustrated books. Children books are my absolute favorite. I then meticulously razor cut out these…

He walks in quietly. He walks in, with a small nod. Possibly a nod of appreciation. Possibly a nod  of I know you’re not quite ready. Possibly a nod of I know you just walked in the door, and takes his seat. Sometimes he walks over to the large historical mural of the town…