Art Quilts International: Abstract & Geometric Martha Sielman 9780764352201

These engaging works of art represent a range of styles across the abstract art spectrum. 300 gorgeous art quilts, bursting with color and excitement, capture the work of 124 major quilt artists from 18 countries. In-depth interviews with 29 of the artists help us understand their inspirations, their techniques, and their challenges. Learn about how Denyse Schmidt makes her color choices. Find out how Fumiko Nakayama first discovered the mola techniques for which she is famous. Discover why Sue Benner is drawn to plaids and why Deidre Adams likes old books. Participating artists come from Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, the Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Russia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, the UK, and across the US.

About the Author
Martha Sielman is the executive director of Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) and is the author of multiple books on art quilts. She recently served as a juror for Art Quilt Australia 2015.

Reviews
"This lavishly illustrated text presents a showcase of the diversity of modern art quilting... the interviews give a fascinating glimpse into the inspirations, challenges and working methods of a variety of textile artists" - The Quilter, Winter 2018



Book Information
ISBN 9780764352201
Author Martha Sielman
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Publisher Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Weight(grams) 957g