Judith Ahlborn: Home Computer Tech and Printing On Fabric

From Judith:

I was raised in a family of artists, and have loved art and being creative since I was a child.  I studied fine art at Grand View College in Des Moines, Iowa, and finished my degree in Textiles and Clothing at the University of Kentucky. After retiring from a career in computers and information technology, I now concentrate on my artistic roots.

I found my niche in textile art and mixed media, and combine my love of painting, sewing, and computer technology in my work. By using my computer to design and alter images, I transfer them to fabric and then stitch them to create unique works. I sometimes add paint to enhance the colors or add a touch of metallic. I work in various design programs including Kaleidoscope Kreator, Repper Pro, Photoshop Elements, and various photo filter programs. I have recently started using Procreate and Amaziograph on the iPad. I currently lead an Amaziograph group of quilters and textile artists.

Over the years, my favorite subjects have been birds, flowers, butterflies, and kaleidoscopes or mandalas. Branching out and getting inspiration from the works of some of my favorite artists, I have added a few portraits to my oeuvre. I enjoy travelling and creating works that reflect the architecture and street views from my favorite parts of the world. Lastly, I come from a gymnastics and aerial acrobatics family so occasionally I will incorporate dance or acrobatic themes into my work.   https://judithahlborn.com/judith-ahlborn