Free motion thread painting technique

Unlike most art studios you might imagine, my studio isn’t filled with brushes and paint. Instead, it is jam-packed with a sewing machine, fabrics, and threads of all colors.

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Back to School

(Size: 16 in x 20 in)

Time to back school. it is great time

The Sound of Musicl

(Size: 14.5 in x 20 in)

When the soul sings? Please, Maestro plays!!! It is the sound of music for my soul.

Bat

(Size: 20 in x 15 in)

The Sunset. The twilight is descending on the horizon. It seems everything is freezing up in the anticipation of mysterious shadows. Here they fly… so beautiful and silent, yet a little scary! ((

Best Friends

(Size: 20 in x 25 in)

The idea of this quilt is borrowed from the British artist Briton Riviere, amended and supplemented. Look at how harmonious the composition is; the girl and her faithful friends, man’s best friend, and a good book.

Big Smile

(Size: 20 in x 26 in)

Is this a smile or a warning? Whoever looks at it sees what he wants. The lion is the king of beasts. This is his smile of warning and majesty. And what do you think it is?

Bliss

(Size: 19 in x 25 in)

Everyone needs a mother. No matter who you are, your mother is the most important mother in the world. How wonderful to cuddle up to my mother and enjoy peace and serenity. Thank you mom for being mom.

Conscience

(Size: 10 in x 17 in)

His eyes look into your soul and ask to protect the fragile Mather Nature

Cowboy

(Size: 24 in x 26 in)

Based on the work of the American artist Les LeFevre. The idea of this quilt was inspired by Western movies. The tired, proud, freedom-loving, open faces of the cowboys. All the hard work ,tough times, and enjoyment of life is reflected in the man’s face. This is America!

Dance of Blood

(Size: 28 in x 22 in)

This is a beautiful dance of the moose in rut. The strongest wins to propagate the species. You can see the strength, the passion, and the love. Everything is as in life.

Dancing Goose

(Size: 23 in x 19 in)

The idea for this quilt came from observing animals and birds. Their grace and beauty amazes me. This quilt brings a smile to my face and raises my mood because of the the silly animals can behave. Often the behavior of animals and birds is an inspiration for human behavior. Look around, the world is beautiful!

Eternal Expectation

(Size: 11 in x 16 in)

With Ursa Major and Ursa Minor watching over him, the lone bear thinks of family.

Fiddler on the Roof

(Size: 23 in x 17 in)

This quilt is dedicated to my grandson who plays the violin. In his music from different countries you can hear the songs of a distant Russia. The stitches are made in the form of buildings and churches. Through the fiddler, I try to capture the music of my grandson and my home country.

Guard of the Forest

(Size: 16 in x 21.5 in)

It’s a bit formidable, but beautiful. Yes, he loves the forest as he passes through every night.

Hunter

(Size: 17 in x 20 in)

This quilt represents Native Americans; along with the power, harshness, and beauty of nature. While living in Alaska, one of the things that caught my attention was the indigenous peoples. I admire the Alaskan natives for their willpower and resourcefulness to survive and thrive for hundreds of years in such a harsh environment. The respect and love for their land truly shows their love of nature. Based on the work of an unknown artist.

I am watching you

(Size: 15.5 in x 20 in)

Winter will be coming soon. The snow has already started to fall on the ground, trees, and the face of a bear maybe tame foe nap?

Kiss

(Size: 15.5 in x 20 in)

Children… Children… Children! What can be more beautiful than childish spontaneity, naivety, and enthusiasm? A gallant little cavalier is exquisitely respectful to his lady of his heart.

My Daughter's Portrait

This quilt was modeled after a photograph of my daughter. She is an excellent mother, business woman, and a wonderful daughter. This make me a very proud. She has given me strength, creativity, and energy to continue with my art, as well as motivation for all things. I couldn’t ask for a better daughter. This is why I dedicated a whole quilt to her.

My Dream

(Size: 23 in x 22.5 in)

My dream not realized. But to have such a horse…

My Grandchildren's Portrait

This quilt is dedicated to my two grandchildren. I transferred a photograph of the two and thread painted them into art. To this photo they express the care, love, and trust they gave for each other. This was my favorite photo taken of my grandchildren. They are truly wonderful kids.

My Love

(Size: 15.5 in x 20 in)

This quilt was inspired by my dog, David. He is gone from me now, but I steel feel his presence every day. This quilt represents the pain and love that still exists in my heart. The thread art is one continuous line. It is supposed to represent how life is one continuous experience. His life will live on through this portrait of him.

Prickly Miracle

(Size: 17 in x 20 in)

Hedgehog, oh Hedgehog you do not have a head nor legs, curled up in a ball. This is a prickly miracle. But here from the prickly sphere there was a nose and beady eyes. Curiosity is inherent in all.

Rain in Paris

(Size: 17 in x 21 in)

My inspiration for this quilt was the French cartoonist Leo Fontan. His paintings most always contained irony. I decided to add my own twist and art style into this quilt, while following Leo’s style. The woman in the picture symbolizes the fashion and everyday lifestyle of a French woman. Stitches create the beauty of Paris in the background on cloth imitating the rain.

Serenity

(Size: 26 in x 22 in)

his bull is a lonely, majestic animal.  He enjoys his self-sufficiency. His peace  and tranquility are important to him.  Do not touch  him, he  is  busy contemplating  the  state of the world!

Spring Melancholy

(Size: 19 in x 25 in)

Spring has come. Sadness is in his heart.  Where are you my beloved?  Spring is  no time to be alone, it is just  spring melancholy.

Such a Beauty

(Size: 22 in x 18 in)

Am I not a beauty? Everything in the world is beautiful and harmonious, you just have to look to see that he is beautiful. Smile, perfection is looking at you.

Swans

(Size: 15 in x 21 in)

The beauty of these birds is fascinating. The grace of the woman is amazing. As they complement each other, they capture each other. This thread art shows the beauty of both.

Sweet Kiss

(Size: 22 in x 22 in)

Children… Children… Children! What can be more beautiful than childish spontaneity, naivety, and enthusiasm? A gallant little cavalier is exquisitely respectful to his lady of heart. Attention adults, children copy our actions. Hopefully this quilt will make you smile.

Tenderness

(Size: 20 in x 20.5 in)

Mom and her offspring. This is always touching and evokes tears of emotion and delight. It does not matter whether it’s animals or people. Children are fragile and precious.

The Escape

(Size: 33.5 in x 22.5 in)

he idea was taken from a real event that happened in Alaska. An eagle attacked a child. My first experience of combining two techniques together is acrylic paint and free motion thread painting. This is the philosophy of life, who is hunter and who is the hunted?

The Kid (Small Goat)

(Size: 19 in x 22 in)

The kid is a funny and touching animal. It seems that it is smiling when looking at you. Is it so? Maybe it just seems that way to us.

Waking up a Sleeping Beauty

(Size: 21 in x 21 in)

Spring has come. After a long winter it’s time to wake up and take a refreshing swim in the cool of the lake.

When Music Calls your Name

(Size: 20.5 in x 26.5 in)

How wonderful when there is a dream and it comes true. A little man with big ideas. Do not be afraid, the road to music is both difficult and thorny. But she is beautiful and sublime.

The Escape

(Size: 27 in x 25 in)

He tells himself: “I have my hat, I’ve chosen my boots, and I am ready to ride. Where is my horse?” The Quilt is made of 2 separate parts and stitched one on the other

Who are you?

Size: 21.5 in x 19 in)

Did you recognize me? I am a lama, and who are you? I do not care what you think of me, I am proud and majestic. And in general I’m busy, I have breakfast.

Winter is Coming... Why don't Bears fly?

(Size: 21 in x 31 in)

Winter is on the way and the first yellow leaves are already visible. Why do bears have no wings like birds? If only they could wave their paws and fly to the warm regions like birds. Yes, winter will be here soon…

Free Puppies

(Size: 12 in x 12 in)

Hard working small man