Moroccan Velvet Pillow - Harbor P02878-P00160 They’ll then use their paws

They’ll then use their paws to pin down a passing fish

balancing structure with spontaneity

The background is made from old blueprints

Some final paintings resolve quickly with three of four layers of paint

Moroccan Velvet Pillow - Harbor P02878-P00160 They’ll then use their pawsThe small scale medallions repeated across the fabric are influenced by the Moroccan tile work often seen in the homes of North Africa. Painted in the artist's bright bohemian colors, the tiles warm and brighten any space, just like the Moroccan sun. This design began in O'Brien's sketchbook, was printed on silk velvet, then hand painted in small batches by artisans in Philadelphia. Dye is applied by hand in layers on the velvet fiber surface.