The Lynnwood Arts Commission presents work by handmade paper artist Colette Laico at the Lynnwood Library Gallery now through Aug. 14.
Artist, painter and teacher Colette Laico’s fascination with the medium of papermaking began when she discovered how the original American Mayflower colonists had to make their own paper from tattered fabrics and rags. Her research and experimentation in the world of handmade papers led her on a journey of discovery.
In 1976 she furthered her studies with Master Papermaker Tim Barrett at the Oxbow Art School in Michigan. In 1978 she was part of the World Craft Council Conference -– a gathering of craftspeople from all over the world that met in Japan. Working as a visiting papermaker in a small Japanese village, she made papers from the natural plants and fibers native to the region. Adding these papers to those she makes from cotton and linen, the Artist creates abstract collages and paper sculpture that have been exhibited nationally.
Her award winning works are in private and corporate collections across the nation. Included in this exhibit are a variety of handmade paper artworks by Laico, as well as information about the art of papermaking.
An artist reception is planned from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9 at the gallery.
The Lynnwood Library Gallery is free to the public, and showcases local and regional artists on both the amateur and professional level.
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