2012 Cushion Challenge inspired by chosen artist
Members were challenged to create a cushion inspired by an artist of choice. It was suggested that this come become a collection for entry into The Great Northern Quilt Show at Harrogate SHow Ground in September. These are the 7 entries: individual images and details are shown below
Su Sisung - Wave
"This challenge was set to produce a cushion inspired by an artist or a work of art. As I love blue and the sea, I chose a woodcut by the Japanese artist Hokusai (published between 1829-32)". This won 2nd prize.
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Michele Boyd - Small Boats of Regatta
"As I sail a lot in the Lake District and I love colopur, I used Paul Klee'spainted scenes of boats in a regatta as my inspiration. 3rd prize winner
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Jacky Hooton - Tree and Landscape
Inspiration came from the waterclour landscapes of Yorkshire by David Hockney. My interpretation is bsed on photographs of Cheshire where I live showing a sandstone cottage and the black and white railings in our rural landscape. Awarded Judges Merit
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Fiona Macaulay Davies
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Judy Wilson - Inspired by Mackintosh
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Barbara Harrison
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Sue Horder - Sue Has Gone Dotty Over Bridget
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"This cushion was based on the work of Piet Mondrian and 'Brooklyn Boogie Woogie' was the inspiration."
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"I chose Charles Rennie Mackintosh for my cushion and the bias binding is vintage!"
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"I love the work of Bridget Riley so here is my interpretation of one of her works"
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