Programs
Twelve by Twelve: Inspirations and Adventures from the Art Quilt Challenge
Deborah
is a member of “Twelve by Twelve” an international group of art
quilters. Each artist created small quilts on different themes.
The results are published in the book Twelve by Twelve: The International Art Quilt Challenge. Deborah
shares how the group came together and how other artists can create
similar groups and challenges. She’ll share images, techniques, styles
and inspiration from her own art and the work of the other "Twelves."
(See the collection at www.Twelveby12.org.)
Getting From Start to Art: 76 Tips to Jump Start Your Creativity
Deborah shares quilts from her journey as a fiber artist including traditional pieced bed quilts, contemporary art quilts and mixed media collages. She talks about her inspirations, successes, challenges and light-bulb moments. This program is packed with tons of tips to inspire all kinds of artists.
From Quilter to Fiber Artist
Digital slides and trunk show of Deborah’s quilts explores the journey from making bed quilts from patterns to creating original fiber art. Deborah shares specifics about her favorite techniques and inspirations and talks about defining a personal style.
Deborah shares quilts from her journey as a fiber artist including traditional pieced bed quilts, contemporary art quilts and mixed media collages. She talks about her inspirations, successes, challenges and light-bulb moments. This program is packed with tons of tips to inspire all kinds of artists.
From Quilter to Fiber Artist
Digital slides and trunk show of Deborah’s quilts explores the journey from making bed quilts from patterns to creating original fiber art. Deborah shares specifics about her favorite techniques and inspirations and talks about defining a personal style.
WorkshopsLayered Landscape Collage
Create a contemporary fabric collage inspired by landscape elements. Deborah will share a step-by-step formula that guides the composition and allows for your own artistic style. Explore using a variety of materials and techniques to add depth, texture and interesting details. One or two day workshops. Kits can be provided. Appropriate for all levels.
Ideas for Art Quilts
Spend a creative day trying new materials and techniques! You’ll create three small art quilt “sketches” incorporating fused applique, surface design, embroidery and unusual embellishments. Deborah will suggest ways to incorporate these ideas into your own work. Deborah can provide kits or a supply list for this workshop. One or two day workshop. Appropriate for all levels.
Small Art Quilts: Designing a Series
Create a complete series of fiber art incorporating common elements. Use the Elements and Principles of Design to direct improvisational compositions. Tons of ideas for completely busting through any creative blocks! No rules, just fun! Full of tips for easy construction and finishing. (This project can be created without a sewing machine.) One or two day workshop. Appropriate for all levels.
Techniques and Truths: Inspired by Twelve by Twelve
This workshop is inspired by Twelve by Twelve, an international group of art quilters. Learn creative techniques to use in art quilts or other mixed media art! We’ll also discuss various truths Deborah has come to believe about living a creative life, working with other artists and finding your own artistic voice. This workshop is all about trying new things, learning from each other and celebrating the creative spirit. One or two day workshop. Appropriate for all levels.
Illuminated Letter Ornaments or Illuminated Art Quilts
Create a beautiful ornament with your initial in metallic foil. Embellish with sequins, swirly hand embroidery or silk leaves and flowers. These elements are inspired by traditional illuminated manuscripts. Can be taught in as little as one hour or as a full day exploring foiling and other techniques.
Painted Paint Chip Mini-Journal
Create a mini journal with a whimsical “painted paint chip” cover. Learn to cut positive and negative stencils using freezer paper and tons of ideas for other painted, stamped and doodled elements. Fill the journal with a variety of pages and finish using an easy Japanese stab binding. Can be taught in as little as one hour or as a full day exploring surface design techniques on fabric and paper.
Fabric Collage
Fabric Collage
In
depth, improvisation workshop exploring a variety of ideas and techniques to
create a dynamic fabric collage filled with layers of design, texture
and detail. Great for students with creative confidence and willingness
to play and explore. Deborah will discuss fabric selection, composition,
construction, creating interesting layers and adding detail with
stitching. Two to four day workshop. Best for students eager to develop their own personal artistic voice and work through design ideas and possibilities.
Fees
Lecture/Programs: $300 (or $200 if booked with a workshop)
Full Day Workshop: $500 per day
Half Day Workshop: $300
Plus travel and lodging.
Thanks so much for considering me for a workshop or program with your group. I really enjoy sharing the creative spirit and offering nuggets of inspiration! I'm looking forward to meeting you.
