Liz Kettle is a fabric and mixed media artist with a passion for teaching others the joy of making art and enjoying the creative process. Liz began her explorations in fabric by following a traditional approach to quilting. After filling her tool box with the skills needed for success in the traditional arena she began to delve into the world of art quilting and discovered a world of freedom and fun in mixed media.Liz's eclectic work is influenced by her beautiful surroundings in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, her love of vintage textiles and history. She incorporates layers and found objects to tell stories of the land and people. When she isn't creating visual art, Liz writes about creativity and the creative process. Her articles appeared regularly in Quilter's Home Magazine. Liz is co-author of Fabric Embellishing: The Basics and Beyond and Threads: The Basics and Beyond. In addition to teaching in her Colorado studio and around the US, Liz is founder of Textile Evolution Retreats. This unique retreat is intimate, nurturing and a perfect environment to delve into art quilting and mixed media. Textile Evolution features nationally known teachers from around the United States at a great facility in Colorado Springs, CO. Find out more at www.textileevolution.com. Liz lives in Colorado with her very supportive husband. Her three amazing sons are just beginning their own life journeys and her two incredible grandsons are keeping everyone on their toes.