Another FIERY Kiss

 

Happy Halloween

 

Kaliedoscope

As seen in these images, anything is possible, one stroke at a time.  Recently in one of my art classes featuring the Zentangle Art Method, founded by Maria Thomas and Rick Roberts, we used the above combination and completed it on a 3.5" sq .....and then pushed repeat!   We sure had fun and the results are stunning.  Have a look.

Bliss

 

Kaliedoscope

As seen in these images, anything is possible, one stroke at a time.  Recently in one of my art classes featuring the Zentangle Art Method, founded by Maria Thomas and Rick Roberts, we used the above combination and completed it on a 3.5" sq .....and then pushed repeat!   We sure had fun and the results are stunning.  Have a look.

 

Autumn @ Lake Delhi

 

Covered in Cobbler Crust

 

In Downtown Dubuque

 

@ the Carnegie-Stout Public Library

Dubuque, IA

All pieces are for sale

Autumn in Iowa

 

2025 Desk Calendar

Recently I used several of my favorite images and corresponding inspirational verses to compile this beautiful spiral-bound 4" x 8" desk calendar.  The above image is the cover and below is October.  I am in love with it -- the quality, the photos and verses, the size, the functionality and the versatility as it fits easily in many spaces.

So, don't delay.  Purchase yours soon as supplies are limited, and they have been very popular already.  $18 includes tax but shipping is extra.

To request your calendar, use the following email:  sjbfbusiness@gmail.com

The remaining image features the entire calendar, including thumbnails of each month.

 

Mosaics

 

During a recent daylong Zentangle event at the Shalom Center in Dubuque, Iowa, the participants and I got busy putting pen to paper and created these beautiful pieces.  The photos above and below feature the same triangular-shaped pieces each drawn by separate artists yet when matched side to side, there are many delightful combinations resembling a kaliedoscope. 

"Anything is possible, one stroke at a time."

                                              --Maria Thomas, 

                                                                   Zentangle co-founder

                 We also spent time drawing organic patterns, including those in the two                               remaining images.

BTL JOOS

 One of the patterns present in my piece is inspired by and named for the movie Beetle Juice....notice the tangle name BTL JOOS as well.  The timing corresponds to the updated version of the film along with the season of ghosts and goblins that is quickly approaching.  Regardless of pattern names and the world of entertainment, I love indulging my creative spirit by putting pen to paper and then several hours later relishing in what has appeared.  How fun!

More Art is Happening!

 

With much excitement and pride, I am eager to announce the opening of an upcoming art exhibit at the Dubuque Public Library that features more of my work.

Friday, October 4, 2024

5:30 - 7:30 pm

Got Passion?

Photo and design by Stephanie Funke

 

La Luna Llena

Photo and design by Stephanie Funke

 

Now Open

"Passionately Amalgamated"

-- by Stephanie Funke

In this post are images of my work presented in the exhibition "Passionately Amalgamated" in downtown Dubuque, Iowa, at the store PLANTED.  

The exhibit is up through September, and the store is open everyday except Mondays.  

All works are for sale.  Please stop in, let me know you where there and consider purchasing a piece that speaks to your heart.  Thank you.

Tangle All Day

 

This is a fun day spent in a beautiful setting, with creative folks and me providing step-by-step instructions as we use repetitive patterns and basic strokes to create your own unique pieces of art.  Included in the fee are all supplies AND lunch! 

This is an incredible offer, and I hope you participate.

Here's the link for all details and to register.  Do so soon to reserve your spot.

https://shalomretreats.org/stec_event/zentangle-workshop-with-stephanie-funke-certified-zentangle-teacher/

Friends

 

Time to Celebrate

 

Afterglow by Stephanie Funke

Opens Friday!

Opening Reception

for

"Passionately Amalgamated"

 @ PLANTED.

245 W 1st St, Dubuque, IA 52001

Friday, Sept 6

6 - 8 pm

Still DOGust

 

Time to Tangle

 

1 -- An in-person, 1-day Zentangle retreat @ the Shalom Center, Dubuque, IA, Monday, Sept 23

https://shalomretreats.org/stec_event/zentangle-workshop-with-stephanie-funke-certified-zentangle-teacher/

2 -- Virtual Zentangle classes via the Evanston Art Center:

                 --Zentangle® Art -- Mix, Match & Mismatch

                 -- Thursdays; 4 - 5:30 pm; Sept 12 - Dec 5

                 https://www.evanstonartcenter.org/school/zentangler-art-mix-match-mismatch

                 -- Zentangle® - Just the Basics

                 -- Thursdays; 6 - 7:30 pm; Sept 12 - Dec 5

                 https://www.evanstonartcenter.org/school/zentangler-just-basics-0

In order to reserve your spot, please register as soon as possible & help me spread the word!

DOGust

 

It's Still Dogust

 

"Because of the dog's joyfulness, 

our own is increased.  It's no small gift."

                                                                             -- Mary Oliver

August or Dogust ?!

 

Getting the Word Out

 

Announcing...

 

Our Magic