After rethinking our space limits for the Silent Auction at Barnes & Noble in October, we think now that you will be limited to 3 pieces rather than 2.  The Call for Entry/Entry Form has been updated.

Remember, this exhibit will work just like our Mesa Verde exhibit, with the exception being that you must set your minimum bid price and there is no commission.

Photography is not required for this exhibit.  If you want to have your piece(s) photographed either personally or professionally, please make arrangements to have that done prior to the turn in day, as the ...

Some of you may have caught episodes of “Art in the Twenty-First Century”  on PBS over the past few years.  Well, now you can watch most of the episodes for free on your PC at the PBS site http://www.pbs.org/art21/

Or, if you have a Netflix account, most of the seasons are now available from Netflix either on DVD or on Instant Download. This series is a wonderful way to get an ‘art fix’. If you haven’t seen it, this show features a very wide range of practicing artists in all types of mediums, talking about ...

"Elegant Aspens" by Gay Young Ousley, Juror's Pick #1

Gayle Gerson described herself as “blown away” by the quality of the 101 pieces which she juried for our Mesa Verde Canyon Voices II exhibit.  Her juror’s statement reads as follows:

“The quality and diversity of the work is wonderful. Many times, I considered a whole series in my comments and my judging for the top spots.  A consistent quality of work counts for something as each square relates to the other in a series.  It was a pleasure to have these beautiful pieces of art decking out my ...

Susan Strickland and her art quilts were the subject of Sherida Warner’s weekly quilting column in the Sunday, June 27th issue of the Grand Junction Daily Sentinel.  What a good article!  For those of  you who may not have seen it this is the link to the article on the internet:  http://www.gjsentinel.com/lifestyle/articles/american_indian_culture_inspir

Although not all of the pictures are shown, the article is printed in full.

Congratulations, Susan, and thank you Sherida for your wonderful columns in promoting the art of quilting.

Posted by Rita Faussone 6/29/30

Carol Wilson was our professional and dedicated leader for the pillowcase challenge.  From left to right, the members who cut, ironed, measured, sewed and serged  are:  Back row -  Kathy Schattleitner, Rita Faussone, Angela Kenley, Susan Strickland, Emmalee Blender, Carol Patten, Christie Barton, Jean Roesler, Gjeneve Hopkinson and Jan Rickman.  Kneeling in front – Carol Wilson, Jan Warren and Jane Aldoretta.

Thanks so much to Carol for organizing this effort.  She did a magnificent job.

Posted by Rita Faussone 6/25/10

The June 19th turn-in for our Mesa Verde exhibit “Canyon Voices II” was a spectacular success.  One hundred and one pieces were submitted.  That amazing number is the most we’ve ever had turned in for any show.

Photo at the left:  processing the quilts as they are turned in, from left to right, Rita Faussone, Susan Strickland, Christie Barton, Pat Sprague and Nancy Vanaken.

Just one table of the four covered with quilts.  The members were looking at all of them to vote for their favorite.

Member’s choices from left to right:  Terry Lee tied for 3rd, Barbara ...

Lots of new Calls for Entry (non-AQuA) have been posted under Member Information.

“Glacier Study #1 – Crevasse”  by Nancy Dobson

Posted by Rita Faussone 6/7/10

Due to space limitations at Barnes & Noble, each member will only be able to enter two pieces in the Silent Auction.  We regret this as we know many of you have great ideas for multiple pieces.

The Call for Entry on the website has been changed to reflect this.

Thanks, Co-chairs Rita Faussone & Susan Strickland

Posted by Rita Faussone 5/29/10

The supply list for Melody’s workshop in August is now online.  Please go to “Upcoming Workshops” > Melody Randol Workshop > please click here.  Or just click here.

A brief Bio of Melody is also available here

Posted by Rita Faussone 5/24/10

“Grandeur & Granite” by Melody Randol

Artist Susan Strickland from Colorado wins international recognition by being selected as the 2^nd Place award winner at Infinity Art Gallery in the art exhibit “Quilts 2010″ for her quilt “Coup Stick.”  As the juror, says, “With “The Coup Stick”, Susan Strickland creates an expressive, vibrant (yet surprisingly contemplative) and compelling glimpse of a fascinating and once powerful tradition. Time, place and cultural boundaries are transcended with issues of identify, heritage, ethnic pride and dispossession subtly addressed. Its beauty attracts viewers. The social commentary engages them.”  – Gwen Magee.  Read the newsletter here.  : http://mim.io/825c3

Also on display ...

Just in case you didn’t get over to Denver to see the AQuA shows as part of the Quiltfest, here are a few images, all from the “Old Friends” Show.  This show was by invitation from the Mancuso Management. ”Old Friends” was not juried, or photographed, and this collection of artwork as submitted will probably not be seen together again.

Here is an excerpt from a thank you letter by David Mancuso, addressed to Angela Kenley, Kathy Pfeufer, and the AQuA group:

“Thank you and all the Members of AQuA for providing a special exhibit at Denver National Quilt ...

A few reminders about your Mesa Verde pieces:

• Rules Change:  You cannot alter your mat in any way.  It must stay pristine white.

• Be sure to fill out an entry blank for each quilt, and fill out every blank.

• Only one $10 entry fee….for one quilt or multiple quilts.

• Please send your Artist Statement and Bio for the Mesa Verde quilts to Rita via e-mail by June 19^th.
  

• See website “AQuA Show Information” > Canyon Voices Mesa Verde for Call for Entry & Entry Blank.

• All pieces must be matted correctly.  There are directions on the web for doing this ...

The website has been modified so that all of the information under “Member Information” is now visible.  A new category has been added — “How To”.  Click on this link and a drop down list will appear in the reading pane with lots of helpful information.

“Dreaming of Squares” by Christie Barton

Posted by Rita Faussone 5/18/10

Bev has furnished a Revised Supply list for our upcoming dye workshop.  Please go to “Upcoming Workshops” and click on Bev Hart.

Bev at work in her studio.

YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN THE NEWLY CREATED
GRAND VALLEY ART STUDENTS LEAGUE

Click here to get a member application.
The Grand Junction Commission on Arts & Culture has issued a grant to help launch an art students’ league for artists in the Grand Valley and the other artists and communities that interact with our arts environment. Many of you wrote letters in support of the formation of a league of our own, and many others have expressed an interest in working together. Here’s the League as it has now evolved.

Art Students’ Leagues are making an incredible impact in ...

The AQuA collection of Member Galleries has been  updating quietly and churning along, replacing photos that didn’t display well at full screen size, adding new work, etc., for many existing galleries.  But there are two –>NEW MEMBER GALLERIES<– you may want to take a look at since they are new over the last couple weeks.

Nancy Dobson has a large collection of artwork showing on her AQuA webpage.  You may view her art at: http://theartquiltassociation.com/home/gallery/nancy-dobson/

Sue Van Voorhees has a new AQuA  Gallery, and you see her collection of artwork at http://theartquiltassociation.com ...

Remember the AQuA show in 2008 at the Western Colorado Center for the Arts?  It was called ENCRUSTED.  It has been a while, but it is NOW ONLINE!  You may view it at:

http://theartquiltassociation.com/home/exhibitions/encrusted-2008/

Close up of "Everyone Loves a Parade!" by Ruth Feild

One of our Denver members and Fiber artist, Carol Ann Waugh will be exhibiting her work at the Ice Cube Gallery in Denver, CO. , May 22 through June 12, 2010.  Ice Cube Gallery is the newest and most contemporary gallery in the RiNo art district (RiverNorth).  Located at 3320 Walnut Street, the opening reception will be held from on FRIDAY May 21st from 5-9pm. Music, wine and food will contribute to the festive occasion.  Everyone is invited

Posted by Rita Faussone 4/21/10 revised by Kathy Pfeufer, for the correct date, see the note below, 4-30-10

"Fractured Fall Forest" by Angela Kenley, Juror Mention

The AQuA show for the Denver National V Quiltfest, ABSTRACTIONS is now online.

You may view it at: http://theartquiltassociation.com/home/exhibitions/abstractions-2010/

This show collected 23 entries for this exhibit, and the committee , Angela Kenley and Kathy Pfeufer were expecting a large show.  However, our juror, Rayna Gilman, eliminated 8 entries, and left us with a small, colorful, and very diverse show of 15 winners.

ENJOY!

Posted by Kathy Pfeufer, 4-20-10.

Jean Roesler has been invited to be the featured speaker at the Yampa Valley Piecemakers Quilt Guild in Craig on April 20th.  The title of her trunk show is “Celebrating the Cowboy with Quilts – Roundup 1”.  Congratulations, Jean.

“Roaming the Range” by Jean Roesler

Posted by Rita Faussone 4/18/10

If you need PFD fabric for Bev Hart’s dye class or just for your own purposes, Cotton Crossing (Jean Roesler) will order PFD white cotton for a 25% discount. The fabric is Moda Bella Solids PFD white and is a very nice quality. It is $5.49 per yard; with the 25% discount the price will be $4.12 per yard plus tax.   To get delivery by the May meeting, please contact Jean at her home phone by May 1^st. Later pickup dates can be arranged.   The sooner you give Jean your order, the easier it will be ...