Inspiration into action – Do it!

It is important to transform inspiration into action.

weeds as stencils for gelatin printing

I am often inspired by things that most folks would not even notice:

  • weeds in a crack in the street
  • shadow on a window
  • rust in an old piece of metal

I do just collect these ideas and impressions, but at some point they need to become more than mere inspiration.

gelatin print by linda germain

Today I enjoyed looking at patterns through the ages in a new book at the library.

I was amazing to see the CYMK color swatches to match each pattern or textile. They confirmed principles that I try to use:

  • range of value
  • variety and
  • repetition

I have been working my new inspirations into designs for soft foam printing plates.

soft foam relief printing plates

I encourage you to:

  • be open to inspiration that might be at your feet
  • take action
  • make something

Enjoy!