Experience art that captures life's fleeting moments and turns them into treasured memories. Every piece is made using natural elements that are handpicked from nature, making each one truly unique and one-of-a-kind.
Hello!
I'm Jody Taborski
My husband Michael and I have been married for 27 years and have 4
young adult children. When my
youngest graduated it
left me feeling lost, with no direction or purpose. Gone were the days of diapers and bottles, sports and school. Finding nothing to focus on I, like many others at this stage of life, turned to making art to fill the void.
How it started
On Christmas Eve 2017, I found myself in a familiar predicament. No more time, and more gifts needed for friends and family who were due to arrive in approximately 24 hours. Working under pressure is the only way I get things done so I hopped on Pinterest and discovered pebble art, or what I call rock art. Luckily, stashed away in the I’ll do it later closet, were little wooden plaques and decorative pebbles. 24 hours later a little worse for wear, I gifted them to my loved ones. They were a hit and a new hobby was born.
How it’s going
In the years since my first frantic foray into rock art, I’ve developed a love of creating art using, not only pebbles, but bark, twigs, shells, acorns, preserved moss and flowers, and sometimes linen, when the need for fabric arises.
I mostly use re-purposed photo frames, often found at antique shops or even garage sales
Commissions
Aside from creating original art, one of the most satisfying aspects of the creative process is personalizing creations to bring joy to others.
Gather some of your favorite photos and schedule a quick chat with me- together we will craft a work of art that captures the memories and moments closest to your heart.
*In order to ensure quality and to be able to give my clients as much attention as possible, custom work is on a limited basis
*Pricing and timeline will depend on the difficulty of the commissioned piece.
recent commissions
Spooky Special
Dimensions: 6x8
Concept: Halloween
Year: 2023
Lovers at La salle
Dimensions: 5x7
Concept: Newlyweds and their pups at La Salle Canyon in Starved Rock State Park
Year: 2023
Pig and Pal
Dimensions: 4x6
Concept: Bachelor loves his Pig and Pup
Year: 2023
Past commissions
Up and Away
Dimensions: 8x10
Concept: Family enjoys Hot Air Balloons
Year: 2021
Mr. and Mrs. Cattani
Dimensions: 6x8
Concept: Blue Purple and Yellow Color Scheme
Year: 2022
I specialize in wedding pieces. Just tell me your theme and color scheme and together we will come up with a precious keepsake showcasing your most memorable occasion
Email: settingsinstonebyjo@gmail.com
contact me
Phone: 219-226-8354
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