In his book The View From The Studio Door (ISBN 978.0.9614547.5.3) Ted Orland’s last paragraph includes these three sentences: Our highest moments are those in which, by word or deed,…
It’s spring and with it the calls for entry and invitations to local quilt shows are arriving. An early morning phone call from Elizabeth Spannring of La Center, WA brought…
Only three months ago we celebrated Christmas… Today I am reflecting on ninety days of studio activity, something we don’t do often enough. We regularly focus on “the list” and…
Women, Art, and Society – Fourth Edition; Whitney Chadwick. Thames & Hudson Ltd., London; 2007. ISBN 978-0-500-20393 I purchased this book in 2009, just prior to my last residency at…
Last week a comment left on my home page informed me that I had been awarded “The Versatile Blogger” Award Badge – what an honor! This brought with it some…
… On Living the Artist’s Life! Living a creative lifestyle is one thing, making art your main focus and ultimately your career takes courage. There are a multitude of books…
Geometrics I, ©Susan Wittrup Welcome to a new feature on my blog! Beginning now: On every 15th of the month I will feature a guest blogger who has embraced the…
It has been a busy few days! The online Quilt Expo has directed huge numbers of visitors to my blog and website that I am overwhelmed with gratitude. Visitors from…
When I agreed to take part in the online interview produced by Willowbend Quilt Expo in January I threw caution to the wind, ignored the nagging voice in my mind…
March 8th commemorates International Women’s Day and I am waiting to hear if this year one of my textile creations may finally be included in the exhibition at the United…
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