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Friday, April 28, 2023
UGH!
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Friday, April 21, 2023
A Quickie Post
Have a wonderful day!
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Friday, April 14, 2023
Hand-carved Stamps: Faces
So here is my first carved "self portrait stamp"
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Friday, April 07, 2023
Friday Face Off - Mme LaFleur
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Tuesday, April 04, 2023
Mademoiselle LaFleur - a start
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Monday, April 03, 2023
A nice article
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Quilt display at library
“Where to Retire” was the Military Officers of America Association’s lead article last month. However, decisions on climate, cost of living and nearness to the beach were never factors for Gene Black on where to retire 15 years ago. He simply walked to his loom, a place he has cherished for years.
A native Annistonian, Black has been busy quilting and weaving for the past 15 years. His artistry, fabric and thread have spun out numerous pieces, one stitch at a time. These works are on view in the Ayers Room in the Anniston Public Library. The walls are filled with quilts, on a variety of subjects — even the circus.
“This art has always interested me,” Black said. It is not only a hands-on art, he adds, but a craft. The smallest pieces in his exhibit line-up have faces as centerpieces, and are framed. He now has several looms for his ongoing hobby.
“I’m able to create and combine colors so that they look happy together,” he said.
Black’s career was working in the State Department of Health. When his co-worker Judy Smith taught a class on basic quilting, he was quick to sign up. A Gee’s Bend quilting class, with these quilters as teachers, also served as an encouraging milestone several years ago. The classes were taught at an Episcopal Church folk art retreat near Jasper, Ala. While attending an international conference in Atlanta, Black was able to learn techniques from Japanese quilters.
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Viewers have seen Black’s work from time to time. “Hummingbird’s Delight” has been the most popular piece. “It is as near perfect as I have accomplished,” the artist said, explaining that it required appliqué besides piecing. The most unusual piece is “Absurd Bird,” located on the back wall. Also, one of his illusory works, “Stepping Up,” causes us to pause: if turned upside down, it appears to be the same.
His exhibit showcases handwork, hard work and heritage. Both of his grandmothers were quilters. But most importantly, the display is a re-telling of a most enjoyable retirement. It will be up through April 24.
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