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About
The Art
CONCEPTUAL PLANNING
Chiffon carefully selects framing options that are 100% biodegradable. The local manufacturers oftentimes use invasive species to produce wood material. This methodology is used to eradicate trees, such as Salt Cedar and Norway Maple, that are harmful to the preservation of native ecosystems throughout the North and Central Americas.
Domestic production is also important to reduce severe greenhouse gas emissions and environmentally destructive shipping processes like cargo ships.
THE MATERIALS
Chiffon uses YUPO, a 100% recyclable and biodegradable synthetic substrate manufactured with almost no water and absolutely no deforestation. Yupo is made from a substitute biomass plastic for petroleum-derived plastic to reduce CO2 emissions. This plastic is made from plants such as sugar cane.
Yupo is manufactured in facilities that also use 100% recycled plastics to produce a beautiful, recyclable substrate products and reduce the amount of non-biodegradable plastics in landfills.
The Artist
COMPOSITION
She specializes in abstract realism using Alcohol Ink, which is a concentrated dye or pigment that is not soluble with water. Unlike traditional paint, the ink is diluted with an ethanol-based solution (commonly rubbing alcohol).
SELF-TAUGHT TECHNIQUE
Chiffon's technique involves using her breath (open-air blowing) and watercolor paintbrushes to develop her images. She begins with very diluted pigment and adds transparency and movement by blowing directly onto the substrate (Yupo) throughout the composition. Chiffon then adds detailed value by using fine brushes to create depth in the piece.
BACKGROUND
Chiffon Lark is of Mescalero/White Mountain Apache and Coahuiltecan descent. Her indigenous heritage inspires her to convey a deep sense of connection to other species. She is an Indigenous advocate for environmental sovereignty for all Native People and Wildlife. Chiffon has worked with both non-indigenous and native-led organizations throughout the US that are dedicated to cultural conservation and climate preservation.
HERE’S WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY
“Because we make everything, we can make pieces that fit together, work together and suit each other”
— Tom Shaw, Founder
Mediums & Services
Alcohol Ink
Oil on Canvas
Book Illustrations
Graphic Design
HERE’S WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY
“Because we make everything, we can make pieces that fit together, work together and suit each other”
— Tom Shaw, Founder
