tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post6710375651985501281..comments2023-10-25T06:20:13.888-06:00Comments on Rebecca Mezoff, Tapestry Artist: It's a major award! ...or the value of juried showsRebecca Mezoffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16138972934775842473noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-16105540016532109772015-11-13T15:08:38.065-07:002015-11-13T15:08:38.065-07:00Your work deserves recognition! Your work deserves recognition! Susan Lovenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-88112444192180312212015-11-08T16:19:19.837-07:002015-11-08T16:19:19.837-07:00I think it is important for there to be both all t...I think it is important for there to be both all tapestry and mixed art shows and that tapestry artists enter their work in both. A show that is all tapestry is likely to attract more tapestry people to view it. I think this is important as those folks are likely going to be able to appreciate the technical skill of the weaver - straight selvedges, flat tapestry, skilled colour gradation, beautiful joins, etc. I think it is important to be seen by our peer group and to receive recognition from them. I do agree with Rebecca that it is also important that the tapestry groups recognize and encourage those artists who "push the envelope" and create new tapestry art and that those pieces are accepted into shows. On the other hand, I also think it is important for tapestry artists to enter mixed art shows. I believe the visitors to these shows may not know much (or anything) about tapestry and it is an opportunity to expose our art form to a wider audience. It may encourage others to learn tapestry or at least to learn to appreciate what tapestry offers the art world that is different than other art media. Our very best tapestry artists can "compete" for awards with other well known artists from a variety of fields. This will be beneficial for all concerned - the artists, the jurors, the show visitors and the show organizers. And kudos to Rebecca on the award!Trish at Tangled Threadsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-21465482646297112462015-11-05T11:09:29.629-07:002015-11-05T11:09:29.629-07:00Thanks so much David. That means a lot to me comin...Thanks so much David. That means a lot to me coming from you!Rebecca Mezoffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16138972934775842473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-24087427125271817662015-11-05T10:31:35.425-07:002015-11-05T10:31:35.425-07:00Hi Rebecca, I went to the show yesterday and was s...Hi Rebecca, I went to the show yesterday and was so excited to see your tapestries. The quality of the work at the HGB show is always great but your weaving to it to the next level. Thanks.David Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16125532892061260502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-2970336665456580732015-11-05T08:29:07.555-07:002015-11-05T08:29:07.555-07:00Have fun Aneesha! The sale is always fun to browse...Have fun Aneesha! The sale is always fun to browse. I love those wonderful narrative dolls that one woman makes. I can't remember her name. I had pictures of her work in my post last year... ah yes, Suzzanne McGuirk.Rebecca Mezoffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16138972934775842473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-32528753312920976082015-11-05T08:27:23.899-07:002015-11-05T08:27:23.899-07:00Ah yes. That is a problem that tapestry has. I do ...Ah yes. That is a problem that tapestry has. I do agree that most people are interested in fiber and usually that is more of a craft focus--and then they try tapestry. There absolutely isn't anything wrong with that. But a whole world awaits in the the realm of art. Design classes are important.Rebecca Mezoffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16138972934775842473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-43119213159682456572015-11-05T08:26:02.722-07:002015-11-05T08:26:02.722-07:00Thanks Sherri! I agree. I like what you said at th...Thanks Sherri! I agree. I like what you said at the end there. "I'm always glad to be accepted in the company of artists."Rebecca Mezoffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16138972934775842473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-39191844430979952612015-11-05T08:25:30.949-07:002015-11-05T08:25:30.949-07:00Thanks Donald! I really appreciate that.Thanks Donald! I really appreciate that.Rebecca Mezoffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16138972934775842473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-74727437530868578702015-11-05T08:16:21.413-07:002015-11-05T08:16:21.413-07:00Congratulations!! I am going this morning ~ Can...Congratulations!! I am going this morning ~ Can't wait to see your piece! Your work always stimulates me first as an artist~~ Your technique is flawless~~ Artistically, it is very inspiring~ Subtle layers flow in and out of mind perceptions and invites me into a broader perspective ...This guides my own "process" from inner into outer and seeing relationships of possible global unity ~ <br />Aneeshahttp://arpanaaneeshastudio.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-5831768093051979772015-11-05T00:37:50.001-07:002015-11-05T00:37:50.001-07:00Congratulations, Rebecca,
I too agree with the co...Congratulations, Rebecca,<br /> I too agree with the comments you make. Tapestry weavers need to break out of the tapestry ghetto! We have tapestry shows and the only theme that connects them is the 'process' of making tapestry. it is high time that we move beyond the tapestry technique and start thinking as artists.<br />Content is important and the best art shows have a theme or expression that goes beyond technique. <br />I think many weavers come to tapestry from a background of knitting or crocheting rather than an art background. I few basic classes in design could move the focus from the 'process' into being thought provoking art.<br /> Alexhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14466686000295242580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-44013809498876640322015-11-04T21:40:54.767-07:002015-11-04T21:40:54.767-07:00Congratulations! It's beautiful, and I love th...Congratulations! It's beautiful, and I love the juror's comments. <br /><br />I've been saying for years that tapestry weavers need to enter art shows, not those just limited to weaving and/or tapestry. If we want tapestry to be seen and valued, it has to be seen in a more diverse setting. I love to see a juried show that includes traditional painters, along with a more contemporary style, sculpture, mixed media, fiber, and installations. I'm always glad to be accepted in that company of artists. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15754166508704266845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71232803753868616.post-11529286882981160312015-11-04T21:01:23.961-07:002015-11-04T21:01:23.961-07:00Congrats! Beautiful work and wonderful post. Thank...Congrats! Beautiful work and wonderful post. ThanksDonald Sandovalnoreply@blogger.com