jill stevens jensen
I’ve had a long fascination with wood. I am awed by its grain, texture, density and figuring. Wood is a gift of nature; art unaided. By utilizing stains, dyes and finishes, I take great pleasure in revealing its beauty. I use wood to create shapes and patterns, using the lines around us as inspiration. I strategically create depth and a bold new perspective on architecture, nature’s landscapes and the human form.
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I began creating art about 6 years ago. I have Exhibited regionally and won awards through the Wisconsin Regional Art program, Mary Hoard Museum and Wausau Center for Visual Arts. I currently am the Awards Chair for the Association of Wisconsin Artists.
2022 - Wisconsin Regional Art Program State Exhibition, Ada Biddick Award.
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2022 - Pulp, Wood, Paper and Print Exhibition, Center for Visual Arts, Wausau
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2021 - Association of Wisconsin Artists Tiny Treasurers, 1st place
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2020 - Association of Wisconsin Artists Tiny Treasures - February
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2020 - Wisconsin Regional Art Program State Award and Shake Rag Alley Award
2019 - Hoard Historical Museum, 58th Annual Mary Hoard Art Show 1st Place
2019 - Wisconsin Regional Art Program State Award
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2018 - Hoard Historical Museum, 57th Annual Mary Hoard Art Show 3rd Place
2018 - Wisconsin Regional Art Program State Award & Coordinator's Award
2018 - Center for the Visual Arts, 28th Annual Midwest Seasons Exhibition, Award of Excellence
2017 - Wisconsin Regional Art Program State Award & Innovative Art Award
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THE PROCESS
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• Create a colored drawing.
• Make a pattern and enlarge it.
• Mark pattern with wood species and thicknesses.
• Cut pieces.
• Apply custom mixed dyes.
• Coat each piece with 4 coats of polyurethane.
• Glue up on to wood backer.
