Flying - 75 x 92 - 2024

My piece Flying is loosely inspired by flying flamingos.

For over four decades, Quilt National has showcased the best in contemporary quiltmaking, pushing the boundaries of tradition while celebrating creativity, technical mastery, and artistic expression. This year, jurors Ellen Blalock, LUKE Haynes, and Martha Sielman selected 84 quilts that represent a bold and diverse array of styles and themes.

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