An Exhibit by Karen Malone

October 28 — December 13, 2024

Willson Exhibit Room and Hallway Gallery

OPENING RECEPTION
Thursday, November 21 at 5:00 PM

ABOUT THE EXHIBIT

"Gospel Quilts II" is a quilt concert dedicated to the memory of the artist’s mother, Betty Loretta Milton (1936-2024), who taught Malone to sew when she was very young. Stitching art quilts and tapestries is a contemplative and prayerful process. Fabric collage, repetitive running stitch, kantha style quilting, embroidery, and journaling text, scripture, music and poetry, all speak of the sacred found in every day. The works are formed by hand through layering vintage and new fabrics, recycled clothing and linens, ephemera and collected nature. This artistic expression celebrates the gift of faith and has enriched the artist’s life.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Karen Malone is a retired music instructor and choir director. She continues to enjoy teaching piano and playing for church services. Coming from a long line of stitchers and quilters, stitching is a daily, prayerful practice. Karen lives with her husband Marc on the Tennessee River