omak

I am with you. I quilt because it is a practical use of scrap fabrics (though I have to admit, my scraps have been replaced by new fabric pieces), I like the colors, I like the angles. "Art" quilts aren't my thing, though my quilts tend to tell a story if I have anything to say about it. The fact that the quilts shows may or may not recognize clever use of fabric colors and shapes with awards, etc ... cannot diminish the joy I get from the making of a useful, colorful, well-made quilt.

kluedesigns

i think that quilt is breath taking. i would love to have seen it in person because i'm sure the pictures aren't doing it justice.

its a shame she wouldn't part with the quilt but i can't say i blame her - i wouldn't let a quilt like that go.

sandpat

Since I'm fairly new to quilting and sewing in general, I'm amazed at all the different types of fiber arts period! That being said, I'm more of a traditional type of girl...like you are Pam. I have to admit that I do love to look at some of the art quilts and I'm amazed at the talent it takes to do that. I have a full appreciation for what they do.

I do think that the shows will always have catagories for all types of quilts so that lots of us can appreciate our own favorite style. Its a good thing! :lol:

Shemjo

I talked with Ted, the winner at Paducah last year! That quilt was truly GORGEOUS! The detail was WOW! Ted was amazingly easy to chat with, very humble, but proud of her work! :lol:

mpspeedy

Each quilt is an example of someone's personal taste. The art of layering fabrics to provide warmth and even protection is an ancient art. The tapestries that hung on the walls of mediavel castles were created for warmth. They became a way for woman to express themselves artisticlly while fullfilling a need for their homes. Quilts do the same for us. You can express your love for the look and feel of fabric, color, embellishments, embroidery, thread or just another human being. Quilts help make my home warm and welcoming. They are a way I can be creative and keep my hands busy. They are a way I can express my love for my family, community and friends.

littlehud

I too am a traditional quilter. I love looking at art quilts, but have no urge to make one. Just like, I love looking at art at the museum but have no urge to paint.

b.zang

That quilt you posted made me want to see it in person. I can't even imagine how that center section was put together. WOW

Art quilts are amazing. For me, just like other art, I find myself drawn to depictions of scenes rather than free-form colour. It's a medium I didn't know existed until the last few years, and I can't imagine how the quilt artist creates such works.

But, I'm drawn to piecework; in particular 3D and puzzle patterns. Those draw me into the design, kind of like Escher's artwork. What really fascinates me, though, are colourwash quilts. I'm particularly fascinated by photomosaic art and the artist's ability to use tiny square pieces of random (or themed) pictures to make one cohesive picture. An old quilting friend (now gone) once showed me a picture of a quilt made in such a way. She told me it was famous because of the huge number of tiny pieces in it (the most ever) and the quilt had a name, but sadly I have forgotten it all. Does this ring a bell for anyone?

gcathie

Thank goodness for all the different flavors of Quilters.....as I find myself progressing....I use to only like the typical traditional quilt but sometimes I like the artistic ones too....and think man how much fun that must be to create a one of a kind quilt......Ahhhh life is sweet!.....:-).....enjoy ladies ...someday you may change your mind....in the meantime keep doing what your doing....I love them all.....:-)

mrs. fitz

Kind of on the topic, here's something I honestly don't understand --- how can an award be given to a quilt that is "professionally quilted"? That means the quilter hasn't done the entire quilt. I've recently seen several award winners where that's been part of the description.

Art quilts, traditional quilts, there's a place for all of them. A person taking fabric and making it into something beautiful, or useful, or both, is an expression of the craft. A few weeks ago I posted a link to over 200 quilts exhibited at the Empire Quilt Guild show in NY; it must have gotten lost somewhere because last I checked only about 3 or 4 people had viewed them. There were some extraordinary quilts of all types displayed. Personally, while I prefer traditional, I enjoy seeing anything created from someone's mind, heart and hands.

sandpat

mrs. fitz..I don't know how I missed your thread with the quilt show. Those are fabulous! I have to say that Oliver's friends in the appliqued section if by far my fav....think she'd send it to me??? :wink: