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Art Quilt Tahoe Day 2

I am in that blissful state of being creative a

nd enjoying the creativity of others. My class with Jeannette Meyer is just what I needed to jump start my qult making. Out first exerise was one that I have done before, but have always enjoyed. She cut a poster in to 12 pieces and gave us each one to recreate – paying attention to the nuances of color ande value.

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My section was the top left piece.

Next, working with black and white paper we were to take a simple shape and make 4 designs with the shape in a different place. You can see that some people in the class didn’t quite get it.

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With the help of Jeannette and the class, we selected our favorite design and worked in fabric – using various criteria.

Here are my first 3:

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The top 2 are contrasting value – that is close, but you can still see the design element and also a contrast in texture and fabric design – done 2 ways. The third is to contrast a very grayed color with its pure color. I used tow fabrics for the design shape. I am working on another variation of this – picture tomorrow. Hey, I am working in a series!

Here is more of the eye candy for sale -some gorgeous art cloth:

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And, of course, the dessert du jour:

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I am missing mucho rain in Portland. Mr C e-mailed me to tell me how bad it is. He also gave me a list of all the things he is going to accomplish while I am away. What a great guy!!

6 Responses to “Art Quilt Tahoe Day 2”

  1. rayna says:

    Well,hmmm…that shape exercise is interesting. But, gee, Gerrie -MUST you do this dessert du jour thing??

  2. Judy says:

    Seems as though we are ALL living vicariously through your blog this week (and next week too!). Love what you are doing…especially the contrast in your middle piece.
    I may have to sign up just for the desserts alone! YIKES…back to WW I’d be in a heart beat! Enjoy a piece for me!!
    xo

  3. Diane says:

    Ooh! Looks like you are having fun! Please keep giving detailed shots, because I’m living vicariously through your blog! I’m glad you’re having a good time!

  4. DebR says:

    As a rule, I’m not much on taking classes, but that one looks interesting!

  5. That dessert could be the inspiration for another quilt – a nice simple triangle shape. Say hi to Sue Benner for me!

  6. Kathie says:

    I’m living vicariously through your pictures and accounts of Art Quilt Tahoe. I have a friend who attended several years ago and she says it changed her life. Have fun!