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
Planting Lavender in May
Planting Lavender in May
You know that moment in May when you kneel in the garden with lavender starts in hand, determined to create something beautiful and delicious? Can you imagine the aromatic punch of lavender crushing between your fingers as you work the young plants into the soil? Picture yourself pressing fragile roots into the earth, knowing that persistence matters more than perfection. Pale hands make way for the new season's starts against a backdrop of perennial herbs pushing through the spring thawed soil. The feathery texture of sorrel contrasts sharply against weathered chain-link fencing. Sepia tones unify the scene while layers of growth create depth and density. This artwork expresses the resilient determination required to garden, knowing your forethought and intention will pay off in the kitchen.
Envision this powerful artwork in your kitchen or mudroom, where fellow gardeners will immediately recognize that commitment to flavorful cuisine. Friends who cultivate their own gardens will discuss what herbs they like to plant in thier gardens and why. This piece celebrates the commitment to slow food, delicious, and savory flavors from the garden.
“This artwork epitomizes the moment of anticipation, when I plant herbs like lavender, thyme and oregano in my garden. Each season I look forward to cooking with these over the coming months. Herbs De Provence is a classic mixture of Mediterranean herbs including lavender to create a fragrant blend of seasoning. It is great on salads, fish or meats.”
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.
