Cynthia Mosser

  When I visited in Vienna in 2004, I picked up this doily from a café. I was served a coffee and soda water on a silver oval tray, and underneath was this oval doily. I was absolutely in love. Maybe it was the oval, which is like an egg. Maybe it was the feminine lace-like quality, or maybe it was the the dedication to a superfluous drink tray enhancement. It didn't matter. This spoke to me, and I've kept it in my studio ever since. Cynthia See art that is inspired by eggs, ovals and doilies at: www.cynthiamosser.com #cynthiamosser #doily #ovaldoily #decoration #vienna #cafe #inspiration #artistinspiration #vancouverwashington

A friend of mine recently asked me what I stood for. I already knew the answer: I stand for BEAUTY -- how the BEAUTY in my art may help others experience joy and healing. This piece is the sixth in a series titled OVERLAPPING DOILIES. I adore doilies and what they do. They provide a beautiful foundation for an object, whether it be animate or inanimate. I love their feminine, decorative qualities. So here's my question for you: What do you stand for? Love, Cynthia ❤️ See my illustrations on my website, and if you could, I would love to know your thoughts on how they could be used commercially: www.cynthiamosser.com/illustrations

Decorated ovals seem to be my thing as of late. It's fun to see how I can make each one different, while making a coherent composition. I would love to make a printmaking plate for each doily, and printed them in various arrangements. I"ll keep you posted on this. Love, Cynthia ❤️ Illustrations like these can be found on my website at: www.cynthiamosser.com/illustrations #cynthiamosser #illustrations #doilies #doily #overlappingovals  

More doilies on doilies on doilies! Stay warm and be well. Love, Cynthia ❤️ See more of my art at: www.cynthiamosser.com

  Doilies on doilies on doilies. I adore doilies, especially paper doilies. I love that they represent something feminine, as well as decoration. Love, Cynthia ❤️ See more of my art at: www.cynthiamosser.com

Since I am a great fan of the delicate and lacy nature of doilies, I love the December 2008 Martha Stewart Magazine issue featuring none other than a variety of these intricate creations. Image source: Martha Stewart Magazine