This is one of the last opportunities for you to win an autographed copy of Masters: Art Quilts Volume 2 in a blog hop giveaway sponsored by the publisher Lark Crafts. To go into the draw, leave a comment on this blog post before 9am 17 September 2011 (Copacabana time) mentioning a master artist (in the textile medium or otherwise) that you find inspirational and why. My brief review of the book is set out below.
The giveaway is over. Comment #16 by Debbie was the selected recipient.
For any aspiring textile artist, Masters: Art Quilts Volume 2 is truly inspirational. While other books, such as the excellent Quilt National 2011 and 500 Art Quilts, offer one or two images from a large number of textile artists, Masters: Art Quilts Volume 2 presents multiple works by 40 selected artists together with an insightful artist statement from each contributor. In this way, you can see how the artist has developed their self-expression into a cohesive body of work and learn more about their influences and concerns.
Highlighting the international reach of this medium, the featured artists are drawn from North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Some I was already familiar with but many others are new to me. The featured artists are:
Geneviève Attinger Izabella Baykova Alice Beasley Tafi Brown Rachel Brumer Elizabeth Busch Dorothy Caldwell Maryline Collioud-Robert Carolyn Crump Rosalie Dace Daniella Dancelli Fenella Davies Jane Dunnewold Dianne Firth Pamela Fitzsimons Gayle Fraas & Duncan Slade Karin Franzen Leslie Gabriëlse Margery Goodall Tim Harding |
Dirkje van der Horst-Beetsma Misik Kim Bente Vold Klausen Beatrice Lanter Chunghie Lee Shulamit Liss Linda MacDonald Patricia Malarcher Eleanor McCain Jan Myers-Newbury Paula Nadelstern Reiko Naganuma Risë Nagin Mirjam Pet-Jacobs Emily Richardson Arturo Alonzo Sandoval Jim Smoote Anna Torma Nelda Warkentin Laura Wasilowski |
Leah says
A very local choice for me, but I think Diane Firth is my favourite quilter. The inspiration behind her works s clear, and they’re just lovely.
Pam Lacey says
Since you’re giving us the choice to mention a master artist other than textile (though there are many textile and fiber artists that inspire me!), I’d have to say glassblower William Morris. From the very first time I saw the book Mazorca I was captivated by his ability to make me “see” glass differently. It was his work that first moved me to see my own mediums differently and encouraged me to push the boundaries more. Though I’ve read that book over and over, I can still sit down with it today with the same level of curious exploration.
Jeannie says
I just love the work of Genevieve Attinger, his work in portraits is amazing, something I would love to try, well its on my things to do list LOL thank you for sharing these links to these amazing artists.
Karen says
My favourite artist would be Rosalie Dace, as well as Dianne Firth, but I also wish Ludmila Aristova was included in the line-up for this book!
vicki miller says
Although I really liked Genevieve Attinger’s quilt in the book, My favourite artist would have to be Valerie Campbell-Harding. Although she is no longer with us, the breadth of her textile knowledge is. She was at the forefront of integrating computer technologies into fibre art, but still respected and used traditional practices in her work. Her creations are rich and beautiful and I would love to go to the UK to see some of them some day.
Salley says
I have long admired Laura Wasilowski and her fanciful stitching. Her whimsical Thread work is a joy to behold, and as a stitcher, I value the texture that extra embellishment can give to textile art. Of course, it has to be perfect and well conceived, not just any old extra stitching makes a silk purse out of a sows ear. Laura’s work is perfection.
Jane Rundle says
Jane Sassaman would be my master artist of choice, I had the pleasure of spending a few hours with her last year in Coffs Harbour, then 4 days at a class, she has lots of energy, inspiring and encouraging the whole time. Her use of colour and shape is unique – drawing inspiration from nature to make wonderful pieces of textile art.
Carol Esch says
I follow many of the artists’ work either on blogs or at shows and have for years. I was formerly a fabric dyer and marbler and of course love Jan Myers-Newbury and Jane Dunnewold, among many others. I have Masters Book 1 and refer to it frequently for inspiration……….thank you!
Cait says
Alice Beasley does it for me! I *love* her approach to design and texture and I love her quirky humour which comes through in her work, giving it a beautiful energy. Her use of colour sings, and the mix of commercial fabrics and created fabric give depth and space to her pieces. There’s not one piece I’ve seen that I wouldn’t love to furry shreds in my house. When I grow up, I want to be her!
Rasa Mauragis says
There are so many that I find inspiring. It is hard to pick one. They all have something special that grabs at one’s imagination. There is so much to learn from each and everyone. This time Elizabeth Busch struck a very strong chord with me. Her use of colour, value, design, texture and they way they add space, depth and dimention to her work have me captivated.
Katina Hronas says
I have to pick Carol Bryer Fallert. I love the way she uses color to express her designs. They really grab your attention and draw you in.
Grace says
I’m amazed by Terri Hancock Mangat’s quilts. Her composition and use of materials are very striking and her quilts all tell a compelling story. Visually, her works are not really in a style that I fancy but I really admire her ingenuity and creativity.
Ruth says
Yoshiko Jinzenji is a quilt artist whose work I find very inspiring. Her quilts are serene, but have a strong visual presence. I particularly love her white quilts.
Painters I turn to for inspiration are Turner – so atmospheric and many of the impressionists for their use of colour, particularly Monet (also because he worked in series – something I should be doing 🙂
And the photographer Alain Briot who takes amazing landscape photographs mainly in the American South West. He uses light to create wonderful atmosphere.
Nina-Marie says
I’m a little surprised at how many of those quilt masters I’ve taken classes from – nice to know I’m learning from the best! I love Elizabeth Barton’s work – ’cause its figurative without being to much like a photo. She’s been a huge inspiration through her work and classroom and really has changed the way I look at art.
Audrey says
I am a great admirer of Susan Shie. It’s the obstacles she has faced with her sight and still has produced some amazing work.
Debbie says
Caryl Bryer Fallert is one of many quilt artists I look up to. I love her colorful designs.
Ruth de Vos says
Brenda, I have to go with Margery Goodall, seeing as she was instrumental in encouraging me to pursue quiltmaking as an artform. Knowing her in person, I have learned a lot about working in a professional manner. Not only that, but I love her quilts. My favourite one (I think it’s called ‘Waiting for the Rain’) is in this book, I believe.
Sarah Walter says
Had a look at the links, and I have to say they all look interesting! I loves the colour and design in Maryline’s quilts and the quote on Jane Dunwold about art being able to be learned and learning to accept yourself. Will have to examine more of the artists sites in detail!
Debra says
I like Rosalie Dace’s work. I love the play of color and texture. The pieces are visually pleasing with lots of interesting detail. I like Jane Dunnewold’s dyed fabrics too. But I think my current favorite (things change over time, don’t they?) is Charlotte Ziebarth. I like her use of photo imagery. Thanks for the opportunity to enter.
Monica Johnstone says
What a beautiful cover! I enjoyed Vol. 1 so this new installment is an exciting prospect.
Funky's Mama says
I love the off-kilter geometrics & bold colors of Lyonel Feininger‘s paintings.
Kathie Kerler says
I absolutely appreciate the work of Linda Kemshall, English quilter and embroiderer.
Gill says
I enjoy Kirsten Duncan’s work and that of her fellow ‘Twelves’
Karol Kusmaul says
You sparked an interest in the work of Carolyn Crump. Her work is excellent!! Some of her portraits remind me of lino prints.
Beth in TN says
Someone who really sparks my creativity is M. Joan Lintault. The first time I saw one of her works in person, I was riveted to it. I think I missed all the other works in the show!
Bonny K says
I’ve been inspired by Anne Brauer’s quilts as well as her positive outlook in the face of recent adversity! Also, I have been learning about Noriko Endo’s confetti naturescapes which look like fun to make. I would love to learn about more master quilters.
Thank you!
Beth T. says
My quilt art inspiration is Jean Wells, who teaches me about color every time I view her work. Another art inspiration for me is Beate Bermann-ENN, mother of my dear friend Rebecca. Beate’s art is vibrant and beautiful, a reflection of the artist.
Janet B. says
Laura Wasilowski is an inspiration to me along with many other art quilters. I love the way she always seems to be having fun with her work. I am not familiar with many of the artists in the book and it would be great to win this book and learn about their work.
Thank you for this opportunity!
David K says
My mom is the quilter that inspires me. I taught her how to sew and she made a beautiful memory quilt for me to take to college as one of her first sewing projects. I would love to win a copy of the book for her!
denise C says
The work of Tim Harding is stunning, but the work of Dianne Firth is superb. For me, her style and clean lines epitomise the adage “less is more”. Her work is always simple and elegant, and instantly recognisable.
sandy in california says
Lisa Call’s work is an inspiration to me.
MarciaW says
From this book, Laura Wasilowski because her works are colorful, whimsical and include embroidery. In general among art quilters, Susan Brubaker-K. at bluemoonriver. Her work is so realistic for the current series of butterflies, etc.
Helen Ducker says
If you can be open to new ideas and ways of working, I think you gain something from everyone you take classes from.
I loved working with Rosalie Dace because she was open to everyone’s different ways of working and their ideas, helping us all to expand in different ways at the same time.
A true teacher who nurtures her student’s creativity.
Another person, Australian this time, who is an excellent teacher able to help everyone even though they may be at different skill levels is Jenny Bowker. Her work is also inspiring to me, as like Joan Schulze, she pares the inessential away to leave the viewer to focus on the message. There is lots happening in the background, but attention focuses on the important items, and discovers the tinsy details with joy much later.
Jane Sassaman has taught me how to look and record the essence, not to get distracted by trivia, and experiment with placings.
Sylvia Orlando says
My pick is Dianne Firth – such original work and visually perfect!! It is always a delight to see her new work.
Jenni Strachan says
Each and every one of the listed are truly gifted artists in their own rights. And there are many more out there that we don’t hear about. I love Rosalie Dace’s work. A few years ago I did a 4 day class with Rosalie at the AQC in Melbourne on the theme of Trees. I came away from that class with a new found confidence for my quilting and an admiration for a lovely, humble and gifted woman. She treated each and everyone of us in her class as special and gifted.
Linda says
This sounds to be a wonderful book. For me, 2 inspiring artists are Kerr Grabowski & Jane Dunnewold. I’ve done a workshop with Jane – she was an inspiring teacher and Kerr through her great DVDs. As well, they produce their own fantastic art textiles which appeal to my interest in surface design.
Annette says
I am inspired by Mirium Shapiro. She is an artist who works in textiles and her works are collected by many international art institutions. Her works are primarily collages of fabrics, which she calls “femmages”.
Pamela Priday says
Rosalie Dace is an artist who penetrated my creative psyche. I would travel almost anywhere to participate in one of her workshops again. Rosalie’s passion for facilitating creative expression, her unique and unbounded style of creativity, her organised dedicated teaching ability, together with what I call her gob-smacking textile pieces of art, make her a standout in my mind’s eye.
Joanna Price says
We can only pick ONE? I’ve had the PLEASURE of being a student of Jean Wells since 2008; I now have the HONOR of being in a small art quilt group with her. She is amazing in so many ways: Jean is a highly gifted educator who brings out the best in each individual student. Her enthusiasm for this art form is contagious; one can’t help but feel inspired after being with her. And after all she’s accomplished (including being inducted into the Quilter’s Hall of Fame this summer), she’s still humble and down-to-earth. Don’t pass up a chance to learn from her!
gatheredthreads says
I would have to say Sandra Meech. She was my introduction into what is possible in art quilting.
Lisa says
What a wonderful array of artists!
Jae says
I always feel so inspired and energised when I see Leslie Gabriëlse’s work.
Jodi Guerrero says
What a beautiful book this looks like. I love the cover and some of the blogs have shown some of the quilts included in the book. I am very new to the art quilt world. I’m looking forward to finding out more about different artists and finding one or many that will inspire me.
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upstatelisa says
Gosh there are so many masters that I love. I had a class with Laura Wasilowski this pas year and not only did I love what we made, I enjoyed her immensely!
Judy says
Brenda,
Just recieved my copy in the post and its enthralling, cant put it down, just when you think nothing can new you blown away. Please don’t put me in the draw
Rebecca Lilly Segura says
I love Laura Wasilowski’s art pieces. They just make me happy!
Sue Dennis says
I find the work of Dianne Firth to be always fresh & inspiring. It is amazing what Dianne can do with a few strips of fabric!
Denise says
I’d have to say that Hollis Chatelain’s thread painting is exquisite. And her finished works have so much life, character and feeling. She is truly a gifted textile artist.
Kat Scott says
I am new enough to quilting that so much of what I see is inspiring… it is hard to pick one. My reaction is often “OH— I didn’t know you could do that with fabric”.
A master artist (non-fiber) that I find incredibly inspiring is Dale Chihuly’s work with glass as well as his concept drawings. Would love to have Vol II for a serious dose of fiber inspiration!
Kat
Kerrie-Anne says
David Taylor is top of my list. His photo inspired appliqués are amazing. His attention to detail is incredible and his organic quilting is so even and really adds dimmension. I have just done a three day workshop with him in Kennewick Washington and I have come back both wildly enthusiastic and more than a little overwhelmed!
Al Christensen says
I’ve just been savouring examples of the artists’ work – such incredible talent, and so many Australians 🙂 I am drawn to Dianne Firth in partcular, but know my students would be amazed (and hopefully inspired) by the works of all these artists. I love my ‘500 Art Quilts’ volume, but delving more deeply into each artist’s work would be brilliant.
Al Christensen says
Me again, replying to my own post! I think what draws me to Dianne Firth’s work in particular is the purity and geometry of many of her pieces…
cat stone says
Pamela Allen, a Canadian quilter, tops my list at the moment. Others that inspire me are Nancy Crow, Jane Sassaman, C June Barnes, Linda Kemshall, Jenny Bowker, Lisa Walton amongst many others.
Jennifer says
The work of Jan Irvine-Nealie appeals to my senses, the simplicity of her airbrushed designs from the first glance and the complexity of stitch and texture. The more I look into her work the more I see.