Seattle Arboretum tree, given a linocut treatment with textured layers. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 16 layers
Tag: collected
These pieces are hanging in private or corporate collections.
Burned In
Eastern Washington inspiration, reminiscent of wood-burning kits I had as a kid. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 18 layers
Verdigris
Evergreens in eastern Washington have a different majesty about them. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 17 layers
Dry
Horizon study, in what appears to be a late summer period. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 25 layers
Thriving
Lichen this healthy means good air quality, as well as a fascinating texture. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 19 layers
Protective
The soothing texture of birch bark. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 23 layers
Shelter
Bamboo as a line of defense. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 18 layers
Mes ancêtres
This old letterpress storage box came with a house we bought from an antiques collector. What fun to fill it with mementos and seal it with wax! I’ve worked on this piece for almost three years now, a little bit at a time, and I’m just thrilled with how it’s turned out. 7×7 grid shadowbox,…