APRIL 2019
HINDS GALLERY: Prairie Piecemakers - Quilts
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Today, quilt-making is recognized as an art form in its own right, revealing creative expression through thoughtful design and careful execution and carrying the unique hand of their makers, as clearly as a painting or sculpture might. The local Prairie Piecemakers Quilt and Needlework Guild is featured in the Hinds Gallery. The show includes a variety of spectacular textile work created by members of the organization, which was founded in Fremont in 1982 |
On average, the Prairie Piecemakers membership totals more than 90 individuals from many area communities. The group meets at 7 p.m. on the last Monday of the month; August through April, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Fremont. Programs vary at meetings and feature local, regional and national quilt teachers. Programs may focus on threaded needlecrafts, history, patchwork or quilting. Dues are $20 per year, and guests are welcome to attend meetings.
Several smaller groups are part of the Prairie Piecemakers. Each group selects its own projects for group or individual work. Many group projects are donated to various organizations. Members collect items at each meeting to be donated for community service projects. The guild supports the International Quilt Study Center in Lincoln, with some members volunteering to care for the center's quilt collection. The Prairie Piecemakers Needlework Members also assist with the Nebraska State Fair quilt show, providing volunteer help, ribbons and awards for different show categories. Many members also participate in a challenge project.
Representatives from the Prairie Piecemakers will speak at the April 18th
Third Thursday Luncheon (11:30am-1:00pm $12 per person). Seating is limited.
Please call (402) 721-7779 for reservations.
Several smaller groups are part of the Prairie Piecemakers. Each group selects its own projects for group or individual work. Many group projects are donated to various organizations. Members collect items at each meeting to be donated for community service projects. The guild supports the International Quilt Study Center in Lincoln, with some members volunteering to care for the center's quilt collection. The Prairie Piecemakers Needlework Members also assist with the Nebraska State Fair quilt show, providing volunteer help, ribbons and awards for different show categories. Many members also participate in a challenge project.
Representatives from the Prairie Piecemakers will speak at the April 18th
Third Thursday Luncheon (11:30am-1:00pm $12 per person). Seating is limited.
Please call (402) 721-7779 for reservations.
DUGAN GALLERY: Association of Nebraska Art Clubs (ANAC) Selection Show
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The ANAC Selection Show is an annual Juried competition. Winning artworks from this show will go on to compete at the State Conference held June 18-22, in Albion, Nebraska. Art teacher, Jane Kathol will serve as the judge.
The judge's comments and announcement of Awards will be during the Artists' Reception on April 5th at 5:30p.m. |
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ABOUT THE JUDGE: Jane Kathol received her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Creighton University and is an Art Teacher at Fire Ridge Elementary School in Elkhorn. Since 2013, she has had several solo exhibits, including those in Yankton, South Dakota, Hartington, NE and Hot Shops Art Center in Omaha, NE. Kathol's work has also been in Soup 'R Art in Norfolk, NE and displayed at the Nebraska Department of Tourism in Lincoln, NE.
"A country girl at heart, my landscapes encompass the beauty of Nebraska. Tightly rolling hills, abundant groves of trees, twists and turns of creeks all speak of incredible scenery of our diverse state.. My acrylic works are original compositions and one of a kind. Also also available are closeups of flowers and contemorary art." Kathol's studio is part of the Main Street Studios & Gallery in Elkhorn, NE.
"A country girl at heart, my landscapes encompass the beauty of Nebraska. Tightly rolling hills, abundant groves of trees, twists and turns of creeks all speak of incredible scenery of our diverse state.. My acrylic works are original compositions and one of a kind. Also also available are closeups of flowers and contemorary art." Kathol's studio is part of the Main Street Studios & Gallery in Elkhorn, NE.