SE Valley Times

Quilting is a medium known for its ability to create artistic statements using high-contrast colors, defined lines, and strong graphic qualities. The "Art Quilts: IMPACT!" exhibition showcases art quilts with bold visual impact and messages. Fiber artists from across the country and abroad were invited to participate in this annual display of contemporary art quilts, featuring some of the finest textile art in the Southwestern United States. The inspiration for these quilts comes from pop art, comics, mass culture, mid-century-modern design, and graphic design.

Wendy Raisanen, who served as the exhibition juror, expressed her enthusiasm about the event: “It was an honor to conceive of the exhibition, ‘Art Quilts: IMPACT!’. Jurying the work into the show was like opening gift after gift of bold ideas, color and design. Quilting is an effective and beautiful way to make a powerful statement. These talented artist quilters have produced gorgeous pieces that will leave a lasting impression.”

The gallery invites visitors to attend the opening reception on Saturday, Nov. 16 from 3-5 p.m. The exhibition will be open from Nov. 16 through Jan. 19, 2025 at Vision Gallery located at 10 E. Chicago St., Chandler, Arizona. The gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and it is closed on Sundays. Admission is free.

For more information on exhibitions and programming at Vision Gallery or inquiries call 480-782-2695.