Kathleen Otley's Spirit Chasers and Cobwebbers

Our newest artist is Kathleen Otley from Whidbey Island, Washington. Kathleen works in both fiber and painting and pieces that combine the two media. Her willow sculptures are created from farmed willow that is peeled and dyed before being joined by ropes, metals and her own hand spun wools.

Her Spirit Chasers are created from willows, wild turkey and hen feathers and a shell or bead fetish, it can hang on a wall or lay upon an alter. It is meant as an offering to the Earth Goddess, believed to bring prosperity into the sacred space that is one's home.

Kathleen's cobwebbers are a functional broom that make quick work of clearing out the cobwebs and double as a beautiful art object for the wall. Constructed of sturdy materials that will stand up to continued use, the broom is also adorned with spiritual symbols and can be used in ceremonies to chase spirits and enhance energies.