Diane D, asked in a comment on the New Rules post how judging categories based on technique instead of style would effect the judges task. Thanks, Diane, great question.
For myself only, it is good news since I hand quilt. Having said that, there are a few categories that are already judged in this same way. Group quilts and mixed techniques categories both include a variety of styles from traditional to non- traditional. Also currently in pieced and appliqued categories at the AQS show there is no separation of traditional and contemporary styles.
Only the small wall quilts were divided in Traditional and Non-Traditional categories. So.....to answer Diane's question: The judges have already been faced with making decisions in very much the same way as they will have to make next year.
From a judges perspective, the cream always rises to the top. A great quilt stops you in your tracks from the very beginning. Visual impact is so important. The next step is technique....is there attention to detail, is the quilt well made, regardless of technique?
Letting things shake out and waiting to see what happens.....all comments are welcome.
Things are getting more and more eccentric at Casa de la Swain. Changing styles in my textile work, falling in love again with painting and photography...and then there is the ever illusive quest for continuing creativity through working with Eric Maisel. Still on the road teaching, posting now at the Ragged Cloth Cafe and taking the pledge to keep handmaiden up to date.
Saturday, April 26, 2008
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Thanks for your thoughtful response!
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