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BARBARA SLOAN

Playful Shapes, 2023

paper collage on ink 11x14

Scraps of paper on a scrap of paper

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Playful Shapes, 2023

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Shout!, 2023

Paper collage over ink 16x20

I was gifted a stack of colorful paper hence a change from my usual black/white art

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Shout!, 2023

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Serenity Now, 2023

Japanese paper 8x10

After working w/bright colors for several months, I found this muted collage soothing.

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Serenity Now, 2023

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Faded Leaves, 2023

Amate paper from Mexico, paper from Japan (washi) 16x20

I found the pale coloration of this collage soothing.

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Faded Leaves, 2023

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Reassembled Garden, 2023

Recycled wood block prints 16x20

This collage is a sample of my interest in recycling and sustainability.

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Reassembled Garden, 2023

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Lilies & Ferns, 2021

Woodblock Print (ink on Japanese paper) 16x20

A floral symbolizing renewal that reminds us of what can be lost unless climate change is brought under control.

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Lilies & Ferns, 2021

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Japanese Blossom, 2019

Woodblock Print (ink on Japanese paper) 16x20

A lovely reminder of Japan and the aesthetic that has motivated much of my artwork.

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Japanese Blossom, 2019

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Woven Wonders, 2021

Traditional Mexican Amate paper & recycled cotton textiles 11x14

Created using an off-loom weaving technique: Amate paper warp & assorted textile wefts.

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Woven Wonders, 2021

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Sunflower, 2022

Woodblock print (Ink on Japanese paper) 11x14

"Sunflower" was created in support of Ukraine (% of sales donated)

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Sunflower, 2022

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Elephant, 1969

Etching 16x20

"Elephant" is special. The etching suggests there is happiness within.

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Elephant, 1969

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