A New Reality: An Early Look at My New Studio in Nova Scotia
We’re moving from Chicago to Nova Scotia, Canada. Here’s an early look at what’s to become my new textile studio.
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7 Must-Read Tips for Artists Applying to Art Competitions (That I Wish Someone Had Told Me Sooner)
So, you’ve decided to apply to an art competition. Congrats! That’s a brave and vulnerable thing to do. Before you fork over those application fees, read these seven tips all artists should know before they apply to a call-for-entry (including three surprising tips I wish I’d known sooner!)
Hitting Back at the American Quilter’s Society: What You Can Do
So, the American Quilter’s Society censors artists. Here’s what we can do next.
Why I’m Boycotting The American Quilter’s Society
The American Quilter’s Society has a history of censoring artists. They don’t deserve my work.
On Rejection
The unexpected advice that every exhibiting artist needs to hear. This will change the way you think about rejection forever.
The shockingly small step Textile artists Can take to be taken seriously in the fine art world
My art was hanging in one of the largest quilt shows in the world. When I saw them hung, I was shocked at what I saw…
Perfect Gift Awards 2023: Best Mixed Media Textiles Artist - Sarah Spencer
When I realized that someone who saw my work nominated me for the award, it was an incredibly humbling moment.
Perfectly as designed: How a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis led to my creative breakthrough
“And I realize lots of folks have ADHD. But me?! Never even considered it. You see, when I thought of ADHD, I thought of the hyperactive boy in class that can’t sit still -NOT the cripplingly shy, compliant girl in the quiet box.”
3 Ways to Make Your Textile Art Last a Lifetime
If you’re new to displaying textiles as art in your space, you may have some concerns about how to care for it properly. The good news is it’s remarkably easy if you follow these basic steps.
This $5000 Quilt will Fall Apart in the First Wash. Here’s Why It Might Be the Coolest Thing You Ever Buy.
Like an oil painting, a ceramic sculpture, or a great melody, it can’t be thrown in a washing machine. Here’s a behind-the-scenes (seams?) look at how I created one of my most iconic pieces.
How to hang your quilt art
So, you’ve picked up some textile art to that you want to display. Hooray! Hanging quilted art is incredibly easy. Read on to learn how to hang 3 different types of quilted artworks: