38″ x 35″
NFS
ARTIST STATEMENT
I based “Charming Billy’s Irises” on my photo of an iris variety called “Charming Billy” in my garden. I’d planted the iris bulbs two years before, but seeing no sign of them the following year, I was quite surprised when they emerged in all their glory the second year. It seemed natural to create this triptych quilt in memory of my husband Bill, who loved gardening and flowers, and also was incredibly charming.
about Judy Smith
Asheville fiber artist and North Carolina native Judy Smith holds a degree in clothing design. Her work has evolved from wearable art to quilting, then to art quilting and other fiber art. Her designs may incorporate fused applique, hand-embroidery, and fabric she dyes or paints. With a focus on the natural world, Judy’s quilts are often inspired by photos she takes in her garden and the mountains around her home.
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