Art Show and Fabric Art by Lucy Kilpatrick (Lens-Artist Photo Challenge #182 & Sunday Stills)

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Hello Readers, 

The Lens-Artists’ Photo Challenge is “Interesting Objects” and we have some art to share.

On Thursday night, January 13, 2022, the Glen Allen Cultural Arts Center featured four different exhibits.

Walking in we were surrounded by floral paintings from Elizabeth Cabell, which was the first exhibit.  The paintings were beautiful and I found out later that she connected each painting to one of the Psalms, and then she paints the title i n Hebrew and then her artist signature. The flowers were wonderful, but (and I feel bad for saying this) the topic of flowers didn’t really appeal to me that night.

The second exhibit was called “Meandering Thoughts in Wood” by Tom Lowe, which had hand-carved wood sculptures.

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The third exhibit was called “Compulsory Measures” and the variety of art felt very quiet and left-brained.

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The art in the third exhibit felt stabilizing and like taking a long exhale (and linking with Sunday Stills)

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The fourth exhibit was my favorite of the night. Perhaps as subjective humans we have different tastes in different seasons and maybe another time the flowers, wood, or patterns and designs would have appealed more. However, when I saw Lucy Kirkpatrick’s fabric art, I was pulled in by the color.

Right away I noticed Lucy’s colorful pianist with the grand piano. I took that photo to show my MIL (who has a similar grand).  Also thought of blogger Diana because they just  got rid of their grand piano.

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I found myself going back to Lucy’s fabric art a few times. The colors, settings, moments of life in this medium that was soft and …. Inviting

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UPDATE (thanks to feedback from restless jo)

If you want to see nice images of Lucy’s work, go here to GACC where they have a nice gallery of her recent work.

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Ithought of blogger Tierney with the quilt one (right below):

Check out this next one of a sunset.

Then…

I had a chance to chat with the Artist (I believe that all of the artists were there that night, which is a really nice feature to offer). Someone grabbed a photo… 

  • I learned that Lucy is a professional keyboardist.
  • She has been making quilts for many years.
  • It has only been since enduring the pandemic that she started making fabric art masterpieces.

  • Lucy’s Fabric Art is culture rich and she tells stories as she depicts people, pets, settings, musical instruments, clothing and accessories, hairstyles, facial expressions, postures, and nature.
  • Sometimes we get a feel for the weather and other times you can hear the faint whisper of the harmonica or perhaps a laugh.
  • I noticed that her exhibit pieces covered multi-generations, which she said was unplanned.
  • The vibrant colors and the stark originality of each piece had me soaking up her work. I wonder if my enjoyment was heightened for Lucy’s work because I breezed on by the flowers and then all of the left-brained pieces and wood sculptures? They primed me for the vibrancy of her work: the softness, the joy, and the humanity.
  • Here are some thumbnails of her works and a few close-up details (see how she sews in her initials). Go to GACC to see a gallery of her work on display.

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I almost didn’t go to this art show. It was a frigid night and we had a busy week. I am so glad I went.  I guess this was the center’s first official show since the pandemic began and so maybe this is a sign that we are moving out of pandemic funk mode?  I am really grateful to live in Henrico County because this center is just one of many artsy places we have.

I also had the chance to talk with the art curator, Lauren Hill, and she agreed to do an interview for the Priorhouse blog. So that will be coming sometime later this year.

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When I was  making  this post, it still puzzled me that I had little interest in the flower paintings. They were very “interesting objects” for sure, but just not that into such still life right now. In contrast, seeing an array of  fresh flowers (including some I arranged myself) at Carroll’s funeral service this weekend reminded me that real flowers are more than interesting objects – they bring life, beauty – and scent – that lifts the soul.

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Let’s end this post with some snapshots from the exhibits:

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Have you been to an art show lately? Do you have any pieces that you like from this post?

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Sunday Stills: White

Lens-Artists #182

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53 thoughts on “Art Show and Fabric Art by Lucy Kilpatrick (Lens-Artist Photo Challenge #182 & Sunday Stills)”

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  4. Thank you for sharing your walk through the beautiful art galley, Yvette! The whites and the stunning array of colors of the various works were unique and interesting to see. How special to see the artist of the fabric art and get a selfie with her. I’m sure you were both thrilled. I haven’t been to an art gallery since summer, so hopefully I can get out more soon! Have a wonderful week!

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    1. Hi Terri – I almost did not go and of course after I went I was grateful – the other artists were there too but they were talking to people every time I was in their area – so maybe I can meet some more another time.
      hope you have nice week and cheers to getting to all of us getting out to more art shows in 20222

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    1. Hi Robbie – the show was enjoyable and glad you liked the flowers – I selected my two favs from the many this artist had in her exhibit – 🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺🌸

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  7. Beautiful artwork! Also, just saw the news a little bit ago and boy, the east coast is getting slammed with bad weather!! Stay safe out there, and sending warm hugs your way! Brrr… 🥰

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  8. Enjoyed the tour.
    Your words “the topic of flowers didn’t really appeal to me that night.”
    I thought of times I didn’t like something or it didn’t appeal to me. Maybe a song or poem or book or blog or even a person.

    Then accidentally by chance another opportunity comes and I see things differently from a different perspective. (maybe even dislike it even more)

    The point is: We never know what crazy comments we will get from our readers.
    Sign me: Crazy

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    1. Hi awesome Lady Sighs (not crazy at all – instead – astute and artsy with a beautiful singing voice and social intelligence honed from living and learning)
      And I liked how you noted the moods and tastes we have vary and it applies to more than just art (even people – ha!)

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  10. Excellent timing on this Yvette!! Loved the exhibits, really interesting. Personally I love the wood exhibits the most but I think you’re right, it all depends on mood and interests on any given day.

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    1. Hi Tina – the wood exhibits were awesome and I can see why you liked them the most from the this exhibit – and it amazes me how Lowe (and other artists) make these pieces from one single section of wood! Such talent

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  11. Love all of these but especially the “twisted” wooden pieces and the unique fabric art. I can only imagine how long it would take me to figure how to do these and then to get busy and accomplish all that these creative souls have done. Excellent exhibit!

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    1. Hi – I know what you mean – I would love to see the artist at work to get a feel for HOW she does this (and the crackling brick wall behind the piano player really has me wondering!)
      And the wood art has such a natural element that is refreshing in a plastics world
      😊🙏

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  13. Thank you for taking us to the art show Prior! I liked the flowers and wood sculptures, but I especially liked the fabric art. Oh that sunset was amazing. You and your lens captured it all well.

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  14. Looks like a wonderful art show, Yvette. I’m glad you stopped by, too! 🙂 I hope the year ahead brings many more creative and inspiring experiences.

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    1. Hi Jo – I might make a slide show with her art – if I do I will link you and you can see the art a little closer (but I only had so much time to spend on this post and thunbnails worked better for me at this time)
      Thanks for the visit

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      1. Not a criticism, hon. I was just surprised that I couldn’t open them up, but we have very different styles. Happy with what you showed me, and I wish her well with her arts.

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        1. Hi Jo – well i probably should have just spent a little more time adding some large images – and so I appreciate your feedback – (a lot)
          Have a great day

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  17. What an eclectic show, Yvette. I like that they had different mediums, and it doesn’t surprise me at all that visitors would gravitate toward one over the others. I used to sew, so Lucy’s exhibit would probably have appealed to me too. I love the depth and variety and color of her pieces. Thanks for sharing the evening. I’m glad you got there despite the cold.

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    1. Thanks for checking out this post and I did not know you had sewing in your background – how cool. I Used to sew also and feel like bringing down my two sewing machines from my attic- Ha –

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  20. Thank you for walk us through these beautiful exhibits. Excellent choices, Yvette. I love the wood sculptures especially. It’s wonderful to meet the artists.

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  21. Yvette, I really enjoyed your tour of these exhibit and especially like the fabric art selections! Such rich colors and interesting designs. The lady playing the grand piano is special and the red roses add the perfect touch.

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    1. Hi – thanks for the feedback Sylvia – I agree with you on the red roses adding that nice touch – thanks for exploring the art with me

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  22. Hi, Yvette. What a variety of interesting exhibits. Like you, the fabric/quilt exhibit resonated with me. I love the texture and depth of the fabric pieces. I also love the fact that these crafts have been used for centuries by women to express their creativity. I just saw the quilt exhibit at the MFA a few weeks ago that spans several hundred years of quilting. Fascinating.

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    1. Hi Patti, I love all of your ar shares and the recent MFA quilt exhibit sounds amazing as it spans hundreds of years. There is something so warm and relaxing with fabric art – and maybe with all the tech that surrounds us the softness of fabrics helps balance something in the human body….
      🙂

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