Grass Made It Possible

Deborah Boschert

50 x 30 inches

2019

ARTIST STATEMENT

Agnes Chase was the world-wide expert on grass in the early 1900’s. She traveled the world, collected specimens and established an understanding of the environmental and economic impact of this important plant. She said, “Grass made it possible for the human race to abandon cave life and follow herds.” Chase began her career as a scientific illustrator but her skill, dedication and passion eventually provided her with opportunities to do extensive field work, collect and catalog thousands of specimens, and mentor botanists around the world. Her work was used by the USDA, US military and the Smithsonian Institution.

MATERIALS

Fabric, paint, ink, thread

Fused appliqué, surface design, hand embroidery, free motion quilting