This series represents my interest in working with pigments and various surfaces that incorporate the colour 'blue'; in particular 'indigo'. I used special handmade paper sourced from my travels to Japan, Taiwan and India and from workshops where I studied and applied various papermaking and dye processes. These experiences are the inspiration for each work of art.

I was also fortunate in having Nancy Jacobi, Owner of The Japanese Paper Place, provide the members of the Washi Drawing Club with a rare handmade paper, Gampi, that has been used for centuries for Buddhist rituals in Japan. When holding this rare, dark and dramatic ’indigo-dyed Gampi’ up to a light source, it reminded me of the iridescent qualities found on flower petals. The resulting work references the ’Blue Japanese Irises’, a symbol associated with faith, hope, wisdom, deep sentiments, cherished friendships and gratitude.