Visions Museum of Textile Art Announces 25th International Biennial Exhibition: Quilt Visions 2024

SAN DIEGO - Oct. 14, 2024 - PRLog -- Visions Museum of Textile Art proudly presents the 25th International Biennial Quilt Visions 2024 exhibition, which showcases the finest examples of contemporary art quilts from around the world. This year's collection celebrates the exceptional skill, creativity, and personal expression of each artist, reflecting the museum's enduring commitment to elevating textile arts as fine art. The exhibit will be displayed at the Visions Museum in the ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station location starting October 19, 2024, through December 28, 2024.

Quilt Visions 2024 offers an exploration into the limitless possibilities of textile artistry, challenging both technical and artistic imaginations. The quilts in this exhibition stretch the boundaries of what fabric and thread can achieve, captivating patrons with intricate techniques and bold creative visions. Each quilt tells a distinctive story, whether through intricate portraitures, vibrant explorations of cultural heritage, or depictions of the natural world's breathtaking beauty.

"Quilt Visions 2024 brings together a remarkable array of quilts that exemplify the boundless imagination and talent of our artists," says Katrina Bruins, Executive Director of Visions Museum of Textle Art.  "From intricate portraitures that capture the essence of individuals to masterful piecing that forms complex geometric patterns, each quilt tells a unique story."

More than just displays of technical mastery, these quilts invite patrons to engage deeply with themes that resonate on a personal and collective level. Through their work, the artists explore identity, connections with one another, and the stories of fellow humans. Some quilts confront the consequences of catastrophe and environmental impact, prompting reflection on the relationship with the world and each other. Others celebrate cultural preservation or offer playful explorations of color and form, bringing joy and vibrancy to the exhibit.

Quilt Visions 2024 Artists include:

Audrey Esarey

Irene Roderick

Kathy Nida

Michele Hardy

Sue Colozzi

Barbara Oliver Hartman

Jan Soules

Maggie Dillon

Michelle E Lipson

Susan Lapham

Candi Lennox

Jennifer Candon

Margaret Black

Pat Kroth

Teri McHale

Carlton Brown

Judy Kirpich

Marianne Williamson

Phil Jones

Valerie Maser-Flanagan

Cathy Miranker

Julie Reuben

Melanie B McFarland

Sarah Spencer

Holly Cole

Karen K Stone

Mel Beach

Shin-hee Chin

Chosen from hundreds of submissions, the quilts in Quilt Visions 2024 were selected by a panel of esteemed jurors: Caryl Breyer Fallert-Gentry, Karl Reichert, and Sandra Sider. Thejurors are renown for their artistic expression, technical skill, and aesthetic impact. The exhibition features an extraordinary range of styles and perspectives, yet every piece shares a common thread: a dedication to the art quilt as a vehicle for storytelling and personal expression.

To learn more about Quilt Visions 2024, please visit https://vmota.org/quilt-visions-2024