Focus on Fiber 2017
“Focus on Fiber” is a national juried open fiber arts show that accepts all fiber techniques and is housed at the Sacramento Fine Arts Center. It is showing in conjunction with the Korean Fiber exhibit that I wrote about last week. It was an interesting show given its variety in technique, form and fiber. I didn’t take a whole lot of photos and some were impossibly poor given the lighting in the room.
Father, Son and the Ghost by Miriam Norris Omura, Birmingham, Alabama
This piece was so intriguing and unique. I loved the juxtaposition of the 3 figures upon the spare and ghost-like background.
When You Were Younger, Miriam Norris Omura, Birmingham, Alabama
Same artist. It makes me think of how I am a ghost of my junior high self…thank goodness!
Morning Walk For Water, Louise Schiele, Sacramento, Ca
I am familiar with Louise’s work but had not seen her newer works. I love how she integrates the photos with the background and quilting. You can imagine your own story behind this piece.
Mask Series: Haitian Masqueraders, Louise Schiele, Sacramento, Ca
The exhibit did not have cards with artist’s statements-I sure wish there were. I’d like to know the story behind this one.
Awakening, Sandra Torguson, Sacramento, Ca
What beautiful use of great shibori! The beading in the middle really sets this off. I think the piece was all silk if I remember correctly. Just beautiful.
The Door, Denise Schmidt, Gold River, Ca
Don’t you just love this piece? It received Best of Show. I didn’t keep track of ribbons, just happened to notice this received BOS. There’s a lot there with perspective, color, value, hand dyed fabrics and great detail.
Fiber Gone Wild, Virginia Dunstan, Fair Oaks, Ca
I’m not sure I photographed the correct card on this one-I did find the identification cards confusing. I love the texture and subtle nature of this quiet piece.
Detail, Fiber Gone Wild, Virginia Dunstan, Fair Oaks, Ca
Love this.
Trying to Connect II, Mirka Knaster, The Sea Ranch, Ca
I like the way this is displayed, to show its delicate and translucent nature.
Martian Fantasyscape, Sharon Cahn, Sebastopol, Ca
Lovely mixed media piece with lots of texture, dimension and color.
Klimt in Red, Penny S. Hanscom, Carmichael, Ca
Sorry, I could not get rid of that glare from any angle. What a stunning interpretation of Klimt in fabric! Lots of detail and textural interest there.
Joyful in the Garden, Susan Lane, Vallejo, Ca
Joyful indeed! A fun and whimsical piece that made me smile.
And the Shame Award goes to this couple! Granted, it was 105 that day, there were only a few people in the Center, and the dog appeared to be well behaved, but who thinks it’s okay to bring a non-service dog into a gallery?
REMINDER-STUDENT CALL FOR ENTRY!
If you have been a student in any of my classes or workshops, I would love to show off your work in my upcoming book! If you have a piece that you’d like me to consider, send a note and attached photo to jenny@quiltskipper.com. I’ll get back with you about the details and timing. I am proud of what my students do! Feel free to let others know. Deadline for entries: July 7, 2017
I’m baking in the heat here-over 100 for 6 days straight, tomorrow will be 108. It is Sacramento and it is June so I should not be surprised nor bothered by it. We’re lucky-we’ll get a string of these and then that glorious Delta breeze will kick in and it will be in the low 50’s at night again. I’ll be posting at Nina-Marie’s Off the Wall Friday so check it out!
Thanks for the kind mention in your blog of my newest work that I submitted to this exhibit. Strange that they didn’t have cards out with each piece, because they did ask for information in the jury process and confirmed it when I delivered my work. My other disappointment was that the post card used to advertise the event had last years images on it..I noticed because one was mine and I questioned why and was told that the postcards were created in Feb well in advance of us even submitting our work for 2017…not sure why it was created in February, but seemed strange to me.
Again, thanks for the nod…..Louise Schiele 6/22/17
Louise I’ve followed your work since I arrived in Sacramento. They did have cards with title, maker and location, just no artist’s statement. I always enjoy reading the artist’s statement. Really great work Louise, in your very recognizable style.
Glad that the pictures all showed in the posting. They did not in the e-mail.
Thanks for the heads up Helen!
WOWEE! I love that BOS piece. That was the only one I could *possibly* do myself – not that I would compete or win, but just that I could possibly conceive that concept. The rest are FABULOUS but I would never think of them. HAHA ~smile~ Roseanne
I love that you can see yourself doing work like that Roseanne-isn’t that encouraging when you leave a show inspired? Thank you for reading!
Very interesting selection of work. Thanks for letting us see it.
Thank you for reading Regina! I love it when there is great art right in my backyard.
What an exquisite exhibit! I am particularly struck by the ‘ghost’ pieces (didn’t miss the double meaning on the first one) as well as “Trying to Connect”. Oh my.
Yes Margaret-love the ghost ones! It was a great exhibit and right in my backyard.
Thank you for sharing your photos of these beautiful pieces of art! I’ve done several art quilts and even sold one! I know how difficult it can be to put into cloth what you see in your mind,
For some reason, the one called “Father, son and Ghost” is both beautiful and unsettling to me. Perhaps I read too much of my personal story into to it, but that’s why art is so subjective. Everyone sees it differently.
Oh I know, isn’t that a haunting piece (in a good way)? That piece really makes you think. Thank you for the comment Marlette.
This is not on topic, but I wanted to let you know that you are a life saver! I have just started quilting a collage quilt and straight line quilting was suggested. You mentioned the Line Tamer in another post and I immediately ordered it, and I am so glad! Though this quilt is stiff with fused pieces and very awkward with a sit down machine (my wonderful Sweet 16) the lines are looking pretty good. Whew! The channel makes it so much easier to deal with than moving a straight edge ruler along. I also have the suspension system that you blogged about. I guess you are my go-to-quilter for tool advice. Thanks Jenny!!!
Thanks for the feedback Debbie! I know, I wonder why I would ever quilt straight lines free motion with any other ruler! Ah, we think alike-suspension system too…anything to make quilting easier.
Thanks, Jenny, I am so glad that you liked The Door, and excited that you published it in your blog. It was created as part of a Portals challenge by the Q6 group. I love strong light, shadows and reflections, and am exploring more in that vein. And I, too, was captivated by Louise Schiele’s striking works in this show, and amazed by the intricate work in the Korean art.
Fabulous piece Denise-thank you for commenting!