On the Cover | Jan. 12, 2023
learn about this issue’s cover art
illustrated by Patricia Hawkenson |
Volume One finds its cover art in a number of ways, from local art shows to random emails to knowing someone who knows someone who knows a great artist. The art always originates from a current or former Chippewa Valley resident. If you'd like to submit cover art, send us a message.“5 in 3/4 Time” by Patricia A. Hawkenson
Patrica A. Hawkenson is still eyeing that Crayon 64 box with a built-in sharpener.
“5 in 3/4 Time” (2022) 24” x 36” Luminance colored pencils on 90# Vellum paper by Patricia A. Hawkenson • From the artist: “I enjoy creating images with a sense of whimsy that celebrate bold color choices. ‘5 in 3/4 Time’ is a reference to dance music and five characters sketched in 3/4 profile – often considered the most difficult profile angle to sketch. Like most of my images at this 24" x 36" size, it takes approximately three weeks to complete the sketch and layered coloring.
“Besides creating commissioned images, I have illustrated two adult coloring books, Color Eau Claire, and Color the Chequamegon Bay. Currently, I am illustrating a version for younger coloring enthusiasts, Junior Edition – Color the Chippewa Valley with hopes to publish in 2023. Stop by my Expressive Domain Artisan Forge Studio to see my progress.”
