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jomyerswalker@gmail.comThe Virtual Left Bank Studio
I’ve sold the little bank in Gilbert, and now I’m based in Iowa City where I continue to create and make things! We will tell you about my goings-on here on the blog.
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How to be 80 (part 1)
I keep learning how to “be” each age that I reach. For one thing, I’m working with a dietitian now; you eat half of what you thought you were going to, and keep a record of it. It helps to … Continue reading
Discerning our path
Earlier this month I was thankful for the opportunity to participate in a march in support of the rights of immigrants, and due process for all (Iowa City Press-Citizen article). In his Letter of the Holy Father to the Bishops … Continue reading
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A calendar to celebrate the Canticle
Each year the friars of the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi produce a calendar illustrated with artwork inspired by the life and teachings of St. Francis, which they provide at no charge to residents of Italy and to pilgrims … Continue reading
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Farm to Street Dinner 2024
I was asked to paint a border for the menu for this year’s 8th Annual Farm to Street Dinner on August 15 (with diners served at tables set up on North Linn Street), a fundraiser for Veggie Connect, “providing qualified … Continue reading
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Painting with a purpose
I paint better when the work has meaning, and I enjoyed working with Anne Marie Kraus to illustrate her book “When I See Through My Eyes,” with its message of tolerance and inclusion. Anne Marie agreed to share a few … Continue reading
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Wall hanging revisited
Many thanks to parishioner Sue for this photo of the updated Improvisational Fabric Wall Hanging, on display for Easter season at St. Thomas Aquinas Church! When viewed on the church wall it was designed for, the top of the artwork … Continue reading
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Cards to benefit Dorothy’s House
I painted these scenes for notecards to benefit Dorothy’s House, “a safe place for survivors of human trafficking, exploitation and prostitution to discover their healing journeys through the practice of life.” The paintings (and cards!) show two women tooling around … Continue reading
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Easter renewal
My improvisational fabric wall hanging will be installed again this year in St. Thomas Aquinas Church on Holy Saturday (April 8, 2023), after a bit of a refresh! It shows scenes in the Easter story, starting at the bottom (where … Continue reading
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Postcards for Peace
A favorite part of attending St. Thomas More Catholic Church is the opportunity to work with fellow parishioners for causes that are important to us. I painted this scene, showing people from all over joining together, to use as the … Continue reading
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It Happens Here, Too
Update: This event will be rescheduled after being cancelled for weather safety concerns. Keep an eye on the Johnson County Human Trafficking Coalition social media for updates! Previous post: It Happens Here, Too: Human Trafficking in Iowa Informational event at … Continue reading
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