In Austin, Texas during May 24-26, 2008 (Memorial Day weekend), the Texas Museum of Fiber Art held its 2nd show, "Deep in the Art of Texas" in the State Capitol extension.
The slideshow above features most of the artwork, beginning with the top prize winners. Click an image as it scrolls by to see the title and the artist's name.
I love the diversity of this show, from the very small (detail and size) to the very tall (vision and size). The artists hail from across our grand state of Texas, and many came to either the Reception Preview (Thurs, May 22) or to the show itself (Sat-Mon, May 24-26).
This is a detail view of "Contestant" (Honorable Mention) by Linda Lewis, a piece designed to be hung so that it casts a shadow. The shadow is the actually piece of art!
Sally Middleton's piece "Life's Clothesline" (Second Place) features several aprons and the invitation to sniff the contents of their pockets, thus bringing a new sense, the sense of smell, to a very tactile show.
Do you see the inspiration photo for Rachel Edwards-Ridder's second piece that she calls "Capturing Memories"?
I love that Rachel dedicates this piece to her mother who will celebrate her 100th birthday this year! The edge of this quilt has so many family photographs, each made into its own little quiltlet and each telling its own story. Rachel uses a pair of her mother's glasses, too.
It was a true delight to meet so many fellow artists. My one regret is that I did not get everyone's photograph standing next to their work. I enjoyed meeting each of you and hope to see you again soon.
I must also extend a huge "Thank You" to Carol Ikard, the Executive Director of the Texas Museum of Fiber Art, and her crew all of whom worked long hours to put together this show "Deep in the Art of Texas."
After admiring these pieces by Texas fiber artists, why not make a resolution to submit your work to a local show whereever you live.
I dare you!
The slideshow above features most of the artwork, beginning with the top prize winners. Click an image as it scrolls by to see the title and the artist's name.I love the diversity of this show, from the very small (detail and size) to the very tall (vision and size). The artists hail from across our grand state of Texas, and many came to either the Reception Preview (Thurs, May 22) or to the show itself (Sat-Mon, May 24-26).
This is a detail view of "Contestant" (Honorable Mention) by Linda Lewis, a piece designed to be hung so that it casts a shadow. The shadow is the actually piece of art!
Sally Middleton's piece "Life's Clothesline" (Second Place) features several aprons and the invitation to sniff the contents of their pockets, thus bringing a new sense, the sense of smell, to a very tactile show.Do you see the inspiration photo for Rachel Edwards-Ridder's second piece that she calls "Capturing Memories"?
I love that Rachel dedicates this piece to her mother who will celebrate her 100th birthday this year! The edge of this quilt has so many family photographs, each made into its own little quiltlet and each telling its own story. Rachel uses a pair of her mother's glasses, too.It was a true delight to meet so many fellow artists. My one regret is that I did not get everyone's photograph standing next to their work. I enjoyed meeting each of you and hope to see you again soon.
I must also extend a huge "Thank You" to Carol Ikard, the Executive Director of the Texas Museum of Fiber Art, and her crew all of whom worked long hours to put together this show "Deep in the Art of Texas."After admiring these pieces by Texas fiber artists, why not make a resolution to submit your work to a local show whereever you live.
I dare you!
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