Amie has traveled in Europe and Africa researching fibers and traditional techniques and materials. While well-versed in traditional fiber techniques and materials her work tends to be very conceptual using the construction and structure of traditional fibers in a much more contemporary manner. The two sculptures that Amie has created for the Russ Pitman Park exhibits in 2010 and 2011 are modern forms that make reference to other outdoor site specific works while using traditional basket weaving techniques. The seemingly mundane materials have become modernist sculptures that are both playful and conceptually dense. Amie is preparing for a large installation in Breckenridge, TX this summer. Lisa Qualls manages the blog on a regular basis with June Woest, Lucinda Cobley and other artists contributing articles from time to time.