Creating art has held a significant place in my life for as long as I can remember and has evolved into a much valued avocation in my adult years. Literature was a major influence in my family life growing up and I have incorporated that exposure to great stories into inspiration for my artistic endeavors. As a child I was introduced to literature with animals as prime characters such as Watership Down, The Chronicles of Narnia, and Aesop’s Fables. The animal world has been a natural place for me to turn to for inspiration for my art. I was raised to not be afraid of animals and have always been amazed by their behavior; why do they do what they do? Spinning anthropomorphic tales and scenes about animals has been a great pastime of mine.

I particularly enjoy working with stained glass and copper overlay panels. My goal is to give warmth and emotion to animals using cold and rigid glass and metal.

Please take a look at Margo's website:http://margomarquette.wix.com/stainedglass

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