Marinda Stopforth is a multi-medium artist who incorporates her experience as a quilter and knitter into her art. She incorporates collage, paint, drawing, beads and textiles into her handmade books, SoulCollage(R) and Zentangle practice. Marinda is a founding member of MACR (Midwest Arts Collective Retreats) and has been instrumental in the forming of the "Art Lab" in Homer Glen, Illinois - a group of artists that meet on a monthly basis to work together, share ideas, inspiration, and learn from each other in a relaxed and comfortable, non-competitive atmosphere.