Desert Quilter's 2018 Annual Quilt Show

Our local guild, the Desert Quilter's of Nevada hosted their annual quilt show in Henderson, NV on March 29, 20, and 31, 2018.  Lots of work goes into the show. The annual event is an opportunity to join friends and meet other volunteers helping to bring the show together.  This year I was late in finishing my pieces and had the quick hand and eye of a new friend, Amy, help at the very last minute, last day of entry.  She expertly removed the black basting stitches as I secured the binding onto "Sargasso Sea 2".  The third prize ribbon belongs to the joint effort.  Thank you Amy!

I had two pieces in this year's show, "Madonna" and "Sargasso Sea 2".

Madonna is a piece inspired by two photos.  The first photo was taken of a weather statue and the second photo was taken of graffiti  (2017).  Combining the photos provided a juxtaposition between the two subject matters.  I really liked the result created by the color and value contrasts.

Madonna - 25 by 30 inches

Madonna Boarder Detail - Free motion machine stitched

Blocks printed on Gesso Fabric with a Epson printer

Sargasso Sea combines the use of hand dyed fabrics (silk, cotton and canvas) and hand stitch.  The back of the piece uses silk organza as a third layer in order for viewer to see the process of the work.

Sargasso Sea 2

Back of Sargasso Sea 2

Detail of Sargasso Sea 2

While both pieces utilized entirely different techniques and construction methods, I enjoyed the process of creating both.  As with all my art, the joy is in the creation.

Thanks for visiting!