Explorations in Fiber Arts Tree Project Artists Reception
Lost Valley Visitor Center • Route 31 & Harts Road Ringwood, IL 60071 Organized by McHenry County Conservation DistrictAbout this event
Description
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The focus of Explorations in Fiber Arts is for a group of fiber artists to collectively create a body of work that represents an idea or theme. The Explorations in Fiber Arts Tree Project explores the beauty of trees through the themes of Habitat, Roots, and Environment. There are countless ways to capture the wonder of trees and their contribution to nature and other living beings. Each artist featured in this exhibition uses their individual and unique inspirations and processes to create a project that comes together as a collective body of work representing the importance and value of trees. Artists explored new textile techniques and artistic problem solving to create either a 3D piece or 2 sided 2D piece for this exhibit. Explorations in Fiber Arts grew out of Women’s Journeys in Fiber Art, a group of mostly Chicago area artists. Between the two groups, these artists have been showcasing their unique pieces of artwork since the early 2000s. The approximately 21 to 24 artists are also members of the Weavers Guild of the North Shore, The North Suburban NeedleArts Guild, or the Illinois Quilters Inc. Most of their art shows are in the Chicago area, including an annual exhibit at the Fine Art of Fibers show at The Chicago Botanic Gardens. Light refreshments will be served. Occasionally the exhibit room may be in use by a group. If you want to make sure the exhibit is available, please call 815-338-6223.
This is a free special event and registration is not required. All ages are welcome. Children ages 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult family member.
Check Before You Go: It may be necessary to cancel drop-in programs due to weather or other unforeseen reasons. Last minute cancellations will be posted on the home page of the District's website at www.mccdistrict.org and the program description on line will be designated as cancelled.
Age Category
Adults and Families
Location
Lost Valley Overlook at Lost Valley Visitor Center
Instructor
Nate Szkil