Jean M. Judd shares her journey in ongoing series of books, An Artist’s Journey

Join award winning textile artist Jean M. Judd as she shares her journey as a textile artist and art quilter in this ongoing series of books, An Artist’s Journey (ISBN-13:978-1481009461). Discover her thoughts, inspirations, and influences as she shares her experiences in Book 1 released in November of 2012. View a diverse selection of her hand stitched textile artworks and commission pieces from 1995 to 2006 along with breathtaking scenic images from across the US. Her introspection and contemplation may also shed some light on your own journey: professionally, personally, spiritually, or artistically.

The series will be available on www.amazon.com as well as www.createspace.com/4057477 Book 2 and Book 3 of the series is slated for release in 2013. Brick and mortar booksellers will also be handling the book so be sure to check your local bookstore too.

Hi All,
Our next SAQA MN meeting will take place on November 17, at 10:30am at The Lyric (as usual). Agenda soon to be determined. I suspect a number of people have announcements to share (I know I do); perhaps your work sold at the SAQA Auction?! Stay tuned for more info.
Peace,
JS

SAQA Notes: "This is a Quilt!"

Greetings! We had a lovely time on September 15th, at The Lyric, enjoying a lively discussion that centered around our enjoyment of the trunk show: "This is a Quilt!" (see below for more info) We have Trunk D, one of the seven trunks presently traveling the globe. Containing about 30 pieces, the work included a diverse selection of techniques, themes and approaches. There was even a three-dimensional quilted sculpture encased in Plexiglas. Each attending SAQA member chose one piece that particularly spoke to her, and we took turns reporting on our chosen works. We shared the pertinent information included with the piece, then discussed the ways each piece personally resonated for the SAQA artist. Trunk D will be shared at a future Minnesota Contemporary Quilters meeting, on Monday Sept. 24. Other dates pending. Contact Peggy Wright for more info, mwright1438@comcast.net.

Our next meeting date and location is in the process of being determined. Watch your email inbox for a SurveyMonkey missive that will help us make some important choices! 

Unbelievably it's September, and the first cool breezes are wafting through the house, prompting thoughts of bed quilts and wool batting. On the 15th of September we will have one last Saturday meeting at The Lyric, at 10:00am until Noon. We'll have the wonderful opportunity to view Trunk D of "This is a Quilt!", SAQA’s second Trunk Show, curated by Deb Cashatt and Kris Sazaki. See below for info. 

Remember: The SAQA 2012 Benefit Auction starts Monday, SEPT. 10! At 1:00pm Central Time. Visit www.saqa.com to view Group 1 of the 288 small works of art, donated by SAQA members to raise money to support SAQA's exhibition, education and outreach programs. 

Also: We will enjoy a little birthday cake or some such to mark the birthdays of your two co-reps, Jennifer C. and Jennifer S., whose special days fall on Aug. 29 and Sept. 15 respectively. Cake is good, right? Bring something to share if you like. 

See you there! 

MORE INFO ON THE TRUNK SHOW: This is a Quilt! is SAQA’s second Trunk Show. Curated by Deb Cashatt and Kris Sazaki, it showcases SAQA’s diversity of talent and its mission to promote the art quilt through education, exhibitions, professional development, documentation, and publications. Two hundred sixty-eight SAQA artists at every level of their careers answered the invitation to submit a quilt to the Trunk Show, in order to answer the question, “How do we as SAQA members explain what we do –- create quilts -- without people immediately thinking of a nine-patch that goes on your bed?”

Seven trunks, containing 30-50 art quilts, will travel the globe between 2011 and 2013. The pieces are in 12” square white mats with 8" openings, and are presented in clear envelopes with artists’ statements on the back. Some trunks also contain 3D pieces housed in acrylic boxes.

The trunk show is a wonderful way for members and non-members alike to view and engage with quilts made using a wide variety of styles, techniques, and fibers. Some regions might want to organize special meetings around the trunk show and invite local quilt groups to view the works. Other regions might want to use the trunk show as the basis for a critique session while still more might consider exhibiting the trunk show in their local libraries or art centers.

Jean M. Judd of Cushing, Wisconsin to be featured on electronic bulletin board in Atlanta

Textile artist Jean M. Judd of Cushing, Wisconsin will have six of her textile artworks featured on an electronic bulletin board in Atlanta, Georgia. The Billboard Art Project is a special project started in 2010 to feature artists’ work on electronic billboards in select cities across the USA.

Artworks by Ms. Judd to be featured on the billboard from September 29 to October 26, 2012 include: Art Deco #1, Contaminated Water #6: Suspended Particles, Flaming Grapes, Fractured ‘Gello #1, Rusted Grapes and Scribble #2: Black Pathways. 

 This billboard is located right behind a Citgo Station on Peachtree Road NE. The board faces north, so you see it while driving southbound right around 2064 Peachtree Road NE. The images will change on the billboard every 6 to 10 seconds depending on the local department of motor vehicle's regulations.

A few days before the exhibition starts on the electronic billboard, the names of the featured artists and their web sites will be available on line at this web site: http://billboardartproject.org/cities/atlanta.html

The Billboard Art Project is a nonprofit organization that acquires digital billboards normally used for advertising and repurposes them as roadside galleries. The organization shows projects in cities all over the country, and the projects are open to all individuals and groups who are interested in participating.

Jean M. Judd of Cushing, Wisconsin, Pinnacle 2012 National Juried Art Competition

The Foster Tanner Fine Arts Gallery in Tallahassee, Florida has selected textile artist Jean M. Judd of Cushing, Wisconsin for inclusion in the Pinnacle 2012 National Juried Art Competition. Artwork selected for inclusion in the exhibit includes: Contaminated Water #2: Pond Scum. 

Contaminated Water 2

 This exhibit was open to artists residing in the United States, working in 2- and 3-dimensional mediums. Exhibit juror Steven Bernard Jones selected the art works from a pool of submissions.

The exhibition opens on September 7, 2012 and is open through September 28, 2012. The artists' reception and awards presentation is on September 7, 2012 from 6 to 8pm. The address of the gallery is:

 Foster Tanner Fine Arts Gallery

 1630 Pinder Street

 Tallahassee, Florida  32307

Visit the gallery web site at www.famuart.com/fostertannergallery.htmhttp://www.famuart.com/fostertannergallery.htm  for more information about the exhibition and gallery or call 850-599-8755 to speak to Aja Roache, Gallery Coordinator.