Torrie and I went to the artists' reception for
Salem Art Association's show,
Bits & Pieces: Intuitive Quilts from the NW and Beyond this past Fri. night, since we both had quilts juried into this show. It was a really fun time -- people were friendly, the energy was high. Several times I overheard comments such as "finally, quilts are being accepted as fine art."
We were there for about an hour and a half when someone pointed out to me that the tag on my quilt said "Merit Award." I don't know how I missed that, but it was true! When the awards were announced, my name was the first one called. It was a huge thrill, happily shared with several friends and family members. (Thanks to those who came out that night!) We had planned to go out for dinner afterward to celebrate my first juried show. As it turned out, there was even more to celebrate!
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| Merit Award: my "Natural Symphony"quilt. |
There were three other
Merit Awards presented. Two went to
Jean Wells for her two quilts below:
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| Merit Award: "Coffee Country" by Jean Wells. |
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| Merit Award: "Steppin Out" by Jean Wells |
In my excitement, I've forgotten the recipient of the 4th Merit Award. (That, plus other details, I'll add later after I've returned from seeing the show again.)
The award for
Best of Show went to Salem's
Kay Worthington, whom I met for the first time that night. (I'll add a photo of her award-winning quilt later . . . my camera's batteries died early in the show!)
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| LOVED this one! (title/maker to be added) |
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| Another entry by Kay Worthington. |
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| The color RED was well-represented at this show. (Title/maker to be added) |
The show will be up until Oct. 15 at Salem's Bush Barn Art Center.
