Oct 26, 2011

Nature's Colors



Napa Valley, CA mountain range and sunset on the horizon

Oct 15, 2011

Design with Color


I enjoy the time I spend on hikes out in nature. It's peaceful and clears the mind. In all seasons, I am aware of the weather and colors around me in the varying natural lighting. So, when I design and decorate a space, or give a friend a gift, often times it consists of something relating to nature or a photograph. 

There are seven Color Palettes derived from nature and the outdoors to use when putting together spaces: the Natural Palette, Air, Wind, Water, Fire, Earth, or Mineral Palettes.


May 1, 2011

Apr 30, 2011

Art at Finlandia



Susie photographing her design work, finished Chapel-Theater renovation project at the ISAD building which houses Finlandia University's Art School. 

A graduate of the Art & Fiber, Textiles program at Finlandia University's ISAD (International School of Art and Design). 

The project includes new lighting, paint, interior upgrades, designed and implemented fabric (w/soundproofing) as curtains for windows and theater stage. 

Fashion: Exhibits & Shows

Jacquard fabric artwork design by Susie

Fashion & designs by Susie

Best of Show award, Susie's Sr Show

Apr 11, 2011

Sundown in the West


Color in the West, a CA street at sundown