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Innovations in Textiles 8

September 4 - October 3, 2009

Artist's Reception: Friday, September 4, 2009, 6:00pm - 8:00 pm


Participating Artists

J. Yvette Booker * Anita L. Bracalente * Charity Davis-Woodard * DeAnna Dobbs

Carla Duncan * Brie Hatton * Lois Jatcko * Jessalyn Matthews Frank

Brenda Schilling * Carol Smith * Michelle Strader * C. Alana Tibbets

Innovations in Textiles 8 is a biennial collaborative event in St. Louis, MO, that investigates the state of contemporary textile arts. Nineteen nonprofit and private arts organizations join forces to present exhibitions related to fiber art created by national and international artists. Activities include workshops, lectures, gallery tours, and community programs. Innovations in Textiles 8 serves to enlighten the community with a unique aesthetic prospective on fiber art featuring various materials and techniques. The broad range of programming offered mirrors the symposium’s dedication to the investigation of innovative ideas.


Carla Duncan

Nuno Felted Scarf

Merino Wool, Alpaca, Silk Chiffon


Michelle Strader & Brie Hatton

"Girl Chaos"

Knitted Panel with Dichroic Glass Square

 



Jessalyn Matthews Frank

"La Vendange"


Representational of the grape harvest

Jill Kettler

www.jillsweavings.com

I most enjoy combining different types of warp threads into a piece for a very different, conversational piece of art to wear."


DeAnna Dobbs

Felted Wool Fun Balls

Brenda Schilling

Cotton & Rayon on Linen