Challenge 39 - Microbiology

FFFC-39 November 2009
Theme - Microbiology
Composition and technique - Exaggerated Scale and Paint effects
Hostess: Joni Feddersen

Let’s get up close and personal in this challenge, and I mean REALLY up close – like under the microscope. When we study things at a really enlarged scale and move in for a detailed look, we see beauty in a whole new way. Textures and patterns become visible that at first glance are missed when viewed from a distance. Items under the microscope are teaming with life and have an organic feel and colors can be incredible. This can be a very liberating and satisfying experience.

For this month’s challenge technique, let’s try to get some of those paints and dyes (that you have been wanting to try) out of the drawers and onto your fabric. You can do it!

We are fortunate to have many accomplished quilt and other artists who have already done this. Take a look at the links provided below and get inspired.

Under the Microscope – photos
http://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/micro/gallery.html
http://www.nikonsmallworld.com/gallery/year/2007/1
http://tinyurl.com/bcd6lj


Micro inspired Art:
http://www.microbo.com/paintings01.html
http://tinyurl.com/ykcx6qr
http://tinyurl.com/ylpslee

Examples in Quilts:
http://www.karenkamenetzky.com/
http://www.pat-dolan.com/Pages/OrganicSeries.html
http://tinyurl.com/yz599vj
http://www.jofitsell.com/gallery.html
http://www.cynthiastcharles.com/detail.php?recordID=36
http://www.janelloydtextiles.co.uk/clockwise_circ.htm

Paint Effects
http://tinyurl.com/ygwrymp
http://www.lindakemshall.com/linda_kemshall_laura_gallery.htm
http://www.salume.org/artquilts.htm

Remember to have fun! Due on December 5th (or whenever!)