These artworks are part of the Sustain series. To connect the themes in my project to the history of American vegetable gardening, especially the WWII era victory gardens, where Americans grew 60% of their produce during the war, Ivana creates artworks with a vintage aesthetic. She wants to evoke a sense of nostalgia for a time when more people grew food in the backyard and community gardens. Ivana innovated a technique using mixed media and digital photography image transfer on aluminum to create these unique artworks in warm tones that recall the historic tintype process. Subtle inclusions of the contemporary urban environment connect us from our past to our present and the artworks highlight a means to a more sustainable future. To learn more click here to read the full artist statement
Gathering Ingredients for an Autumn Stew
Gathering Ingredients for an Autumn Stew
This artwork invites you into a delicate ritual of care and intention. Can you imagine walking into an organic garden and selecting vegetables that will complement each other in a fall stew? This artwork reflects the quiet focus of gathering food with grown with patience and respect for the earth. Can you imagine the pine earthy scent of freshly cut sage mingling with the sweetness of late-season squash? Picture the contrast between the smooth skin of a pepper and the soft texture of freshly picked broccoli. The muted sepia tones soften the scene and slow your breath. This artwork expresses how nourishment of yourself and your loved ones begins long before the meal, in moments of attention and tenderness.
Imagine this delicate artwork in your kitchen, dining room, or breakfast nook where daily life unfolds. Friends pause when they see it and begin talking about cooking, gardening, and meals shared across generations. It creates a sense of belonging through familiar gestures that feel deeply personal. Collectors often recognize themselves in the quiet act of preparing food with care. This artwork celebrates the beauty of slowing down and honoring the rhythms of seasonal living.
“Does the vintage styling and visual aesthetic of this photo remind you of 1940’s Victory Gardens? If you are not familiar with this, it was when people were growing their own fruits and veggies in backyards and community gardens to reserve mass produced food for soldiers in WWII. By the beautiful lighting in my garden that I noticed when I decided to gather and cook up a delicious stew! ”
This signed and numbered limited edition mixed media 8" x10" artwork is part of the Sustain series, created with archival materials for lasting beauty. It is coated in an UV light protection spray. Only 20 will ever be handmade by Ivana. Due to the handmade process, expect the edges of the image to vary slightly. The watermark is only for internet display and will not be on your art. There is a slight surface texture which results in small highlights when photographed. If you need help to envison how it will look a free digital mockup is available so you can see exactly how it will look in your space before adding it to your collection. Contact Ivana for this service.
Currently no. 1/20 is available for you to enjoy.
