Camouflage
Studio Art Quilt Associates Juried Exhibition
July 19 - September 28, 2025
Reception
Friday, July 18, 4-6 pm
Ironwood
Camouflage reveals what is hidden in plain sight, celebrating the remarkable survival strategies of wildlife through the innovative lens of contemporary art quilting. By members of Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) and juried by Canadian textile artist Lorraine Roy, this global exhibition brings together 36 artists from eight countries, including the United States, Canada, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Japan, and Mauritius. Their works explore themes of concealment, adaptation, and visual deception using fabric, stitch, and layered textile techniques.
Unlike traditional quilting, art quilts are created as fine art—meant to provoke, interpret, and express. Artists in Camouflage push boundaries with intricate machine embroidery, vibrant surface design, and unconventional materials, crafting imagery that ranges from hyperrealistic to abstract. Animals like owls, insects, and reptiles emerge from patterned landscapes, their stories woven into each thread.
About SAQA
Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the art quilt as a contemporary art form. With a global community of artists, curators, and collectors, SAQA supports the creation, exhibition, and appreciation of innovative fiber art. Through exhibitions, publications, and educational programs, SAQA fosters the evolution and recognition of art quilts worldwide. www.saqa.com
About the Juror
Lorraine Roy, who holds a background in horticultural science, is known for her nature-inspired textile compositions. Her curatorial vision embraces the intersection of science, storytelling, and fiber art, resulting in an exhibition that is both visually stunning and intellectually rich.