Judith Martin Quilt Artist

2008

Lecture:

My Light Green Heart A digital presentation of new work in combination with a trunk show that highlights my thirty-year career in narrative textiles. I have my own projector; all that is needed is a screen, a bottle of water and white-gloved helpers. Approximately one hour in length with additional time allowed for questions. There is no maximum number for the audience.

Workshop:

The Power and Beauty of Hand stitched Textiles

There is a thoughtful caregiver within each of us. Translating those personal concerns into beautiful hand stitched textiles is the primary focus of this class. Judy will share her methods of using sketchbooks and journals so that they become the most important tool and resource in the studio. Two world embroidery stitches (mirror work and Bokhara couching) will be taught along with new approaches to basic stitches and traditional pattern. A bonus for participants will be access to Judy's hand dyed fabrics. Bring one or two pieces of your own work, finished and/or unfinished to show and discuss with the class. This is not for critique, but rather to help discover your own voice and what it is that you want to communicate to others using visual media.

One or two brief slide lectures are included in the workshop. Topics include: "meaning within world textiles" and "textile artists who have crossed over into in the fine art world." N.B. Either block carving and printing or disperse dye transfer techniques will be presented in the longer workshop.