Natalija Walbridge demonstrating how she creates a fabric collage, photo credit Clint Austin, Duluth News Tribune

From Bags to Fabric Collage: Natalija’s Artistic Transformation

For years, Duluth artist Natalija Walbridge was known for her bold, screen-printed canvas bags featuring iconic local landmarks. But behind the scenes, she dreamed of something different—bringing the wildlife outside her Park Point studio to life through fabric collage. In a recent interview with the Duluth News Tribune, she shares how she made the leap from fashion and accessories to fine art, embracing a slower, more intentional creative process. Walbridge reflects on the challenges and joys of pivoting her career later in life, the techniques behind her intricate fabric collages, and the deep connection to nature that fuels her work. Click here to read article: Duluth Artist Pivots from Canvas Bags to Fabric Collage

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