I'm a non-traditional quilt artist and, like Klue, I believe all quilts are art. I find it much more rewarding to come up with my own style and interpretation of even the most traditional quilt patterns, but more often than not, my designs are inspired by abstract art works of the early 20th century or based on optical illusion/dimensional concepts.
I do use traditional piecing methods, I just prefer not to remake what someone else has already done. :oops: As a 12th generation New Englander, however, I have an enormous appreciation for all styles of traditional and antique quilts.