Flatirons by Lois Kershner

Triple Flatirons
Jagged rocks slanted skyward
Great Plains abrupt end

My family recently moved to Louisville, Colorado where the Flatiron mountain front range of the Rockies is within view of our home. In "Flatirons" I am interested in capturing a realistic stitched interpretation of this magnificent sight. I intend that the "threadscape" should have the appearance of a photograph when viewed from a distance.

Linen threads are used to achieve the texture of summer’s dry great plains. The mountains are created in layered ultra suede, painted to reflect the slight pinkish hue of the rocks.

An enjoyment and appreciation of the beauty of nature and natural forms is the motivating force behind my designs. Essentially I paint with thread, creating the illusion of light, shadow, perspective, and texture through thread and stitch selection and placement. I use needlepoint to record memorable places and experiences much as others use travel journals, photo albums, and sketch books.