“Mirage” in Process, Upcoming Events

I’ve been working on the quilting on “Mirage” in odd bits of time over the Thanksgiving weekend so I can have it ready for my next show this weekend, December 3-5. It’s just about finished, as you can see if you right click on the image. Check back to the previous post to see an…

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“London Bridge” Finished

This is the first piece inspired by my recent trip to London. It’s called ‘London Bridge” and it is on display at the Potomac Fiber Arts Gallery at the Torpedo Factory in Alexandria until the beginning of January.Do stop by if you’re in the area–it’s a great show and a wonderful opportunity to find a…

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Not a Quilt, But What Great Colors!

It’s been such a busy week, I haven’t had much studio time, but I had to share this great Japanese Maple outside my kitchen window. The color is fantastic this time of year! I gave a talk on color to a wonderful quilters group — the Cardinal Quilters — in Alexandria yesterday, and one of…

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Great Falls Studios Show at Life With Cancer Center

I have five pieces at the new Great Falls Studios All Media Exhibit at the Life With Cancer Center in Fairfax, including Fire and Ice, at left. The exhibit showcases 19 Great Falls Studios artists in a variety of media, including paintings, photography, sculpture and fiber. We’re having an opening reception this Wednesday, November 10…

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Studio Tour Was Fantastic!

The Great Falls Studios Studio Tour was fantastic this year! The weather was perfect and lots of people came out to celebrate art and creativity. Thanks to all who visited my studio–I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your kind words and positive support.  As much as I love working in my studio and…

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Working Backward

As I’ve mentioned previously, I have three shows coming up in September and October, in addition to several exhibits I’d like to apply to enter. Getting ready for shows and exhibits means working backward. Let me explain. If I know I want to mount a piece on stretcher bars, like Over the Rainbow, at right,…

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Great Falls Studios Spring Art Festival April 10-11

I’ve been busy getting ready for the Great Falls Studios Spring Art Festival this weekend, April 10-11, 2010. It’s going to be held at the historic Colvin Run Schoolhouse again, which is located on Colvin Run Road in Great Falls. I’ll have my art quilts, plus quilted pillows, fabric journal covers, coasters and note card…

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