Welcome in my studio! My name is Julia Sequoia, the eco-conscious artist behind SEQUOIA HANDCRAFTED, nestled on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. As a dedicated paper and watercolor paint maker, my journey unfolds through a tapestry of creativity, sustainability, and the joy of sharing my passion with the world.
I am devoted teacher, a student at Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver (currently on pause – my days simply don't have enough hours!) and a proud mom to three young adults.
I practice the art of handmade papermaking using traditional techniques. I use waste materials, transforming old paper, books, packaging, and more into unique sheets of handmade paper. Each creation bears the imprint of my hands, pulled onto couching cloths with a textured finish and naturally deckled edges. The process ensures every sheet is unique, with some crafted with botanical and natural elements for muted tones and texture.
I craft watercolor exclusively from pure pigment and my own binder. Each small batch of paint is meticulously hand-mulled in my studio, layered in pans (4 to 6 times), with each layer drying before the next. This intricate process spans several weeks. All paints are poured fresh, without any fillers or extenders. Exceptional quality, pure creativity! My ECO-PAINT line is crafted, integrating the same pure ingredients with soil mixed into the process. The eco-pods are molded without plastic, in a rounded shape, providing an optimal choice for environmentally conscious artists and crafters.
Beyond paper and paint making, I extend my craft to creative journals, cards, calendars and other sustainable paper products.
Thank you for joining me on this Adventure of sustainable creativity and welcome in my World!
Julia Sequoia
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