Sunday, March 29, 2015

Quilt by Mary Pal is part of TCQC 03-29-15

This portrait study of Jane Goodall by Mary Pal was part of SAQA's 2011 online auction.  Mary Pal has invented her unique technique using gauze and a stiffener to define the features in her portraits. Being an admirer of Jane I was immediately drawn to this quilt.   
 
"Jane Goodall -  Portrait Study" 12" x 12" Mary Pal - Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 2011
Cheesecloth, PVA adhesive, buckram.  FMQ using monofilament thread.

The cheesecloth is layered to make more solid areas.

This close-up is of the fingers..

Nice printed label with the original photo, but no contact for the artist. 
 
On the back you can see how sparse the actual quilting is.
 

1 comment:

Loretta said...

Mary Pal is a special favorite. This is an especially wonderful addition to your collection. I wonder if I've ever said thank you Del for collecting the most extraordinary quilts to save and share. Thank you so much!