TOAE 2012: Jennifer Maynard

Jennifer Maynard textiles; Photo credit Karen Thiessen, 2012

Jennifer Maynard's work caught my attention the moment that I saw it. Some work enters my consciousness slowly, so that I'm unaware that it's having its way with me. Other artwork hits me like a Mack truck. Maynard's work fits into the latter category. It's colourful, fun, and cheeky. 

Jennifer Maynard textiles; Photo credit Karen Thiessen, 2012

Peterborough, Ontario based Maynard is also known as Lucky Jackson and she's on a 365 day stitching bender to create one hand embroidered art work each day. When I heard this, I was all ears (after all this blog is named Day In & Day Out). She started the project in September 2011 and I hope she's able to complete this impressive undertaking without developing repetitive strain injuries.

Jennifer Maynard textiles; Photo credit Karen Thiessen, 2012

The funny thing about the work is that while I was photographing it, my camera's face recognition software kept kicking in. Hah!

Jennifer Maynard textiles; Photo credit Karen Thiessen, 2012

Maynard, aka Lucky Jackson, has all her bases covered on the 'ole wild world web. Check out her website or blog or Flickr to see and learn more.