DVAA Member since january 2015

Eleanor Levie

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About:

Previously, I have edited and produced books to inform and inspire quilters. Currently, I present trunk shows and workshops to quilt guilds, to encourage traditionalists to ignore the "quilt police," break the rules, break out of the box. I still make useful artsy craft: table runners, pillows, and tote bags as gifts. But for art that attracts another look, I am constantly looking to go beyond -- to upcycle, upscale, and outdo my previous explorations. Rarely satisfied with the result, I feel immensely grateful to the DVAA community for support, constructive criticism, and the friendship of the most wonderful group of oddballs anywhere.

Artist Statement:

“A continually evolving artist in the medium of piecing, applique, and especially quilting, I'm just as apt to use recycled plastic and foil packaging as I am to use commercial, global, and vintage fabrics. I also enjoy printing and painting fabrics in addition to collage and embellishing my compositions.
My work often expresses my values regarding the social justice issues important to me. I founded and maintains an online gallery at UnitedWeQuilt.com, where quilters of all skill levels can submit work that celebrates our democratic values. ”