Bianchi incorporates shadows from University's altar cross into all of the hangings. She bases the artwork on the pastor's theme for the season. Pastor George Madsen gives me his theme for the season and the idea grows from that. But even with inspiration, the creative process requires much thought and painstaking effort. There are no excess details in her designs.
Every line counts.
And materials are as meaningful as design. In her 1996 Lenten banner, the kneeling figure expressed the humility of a human contemplating what Christ has done for humanity. Using paper as the medium and tearing it rather than cutting it also expressed humility. The congregation is a vital part of the process too. I want them to experience it on an emotional level.