When Will We Be Reunited?
11" x 14"
cotton, silk screen, stencils, paint
This is a nod to the situation we continue to live with and the social distancing protocol restaurants have to follow. Chairs have been separated from their tables, with many lined up against nearby walls just waiting to be reunited.
After many weeks of struggling with this theme, I finally had an "Ah Ha" moment towards the end of September after meeting two friends for lunch. This was my first restaurant experience since probably February, at a favorite Asian eatery. Although we intended to eat outside at tables set up in the parking lot, it was a very hot, humid day so we decided to eat inside. We were brought to an octagonally shaped room with a large round table in the center and smaller rectangular tables around the perimeter. I suspect they can either seat a larger party at the round table or use every other smaller table for guests to remain 6' apart.
The chairs and chrysanthemum were painted using hand cut freezer paper stencils.
freezer paper stencil
What a completely brilliant interpretation of this theme that I felt was most challenging! As usual, Andrea, your quilt is beautifully composed and executed. A perfect quilt for these pandemic days!
ReplyDeleteOh Andrea ..... You never cease to amaze me with your originality, AND creativity ! Your quilt speaks well on its own; and your use of the Gorgeous Handcut Stencils is absolutely PERFECT !
ReplyDeleteSo you, stunning and timely! One of your best!!Composition is so stylishly cool!!
ReplyDeleteHi Andrea. This is by far my favorite of all of your MM quilts. Aren't we all tired of this endless social distancing! Love the message in this quilt and the lovely stencil you created. A gorgeous quilt!
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect quilt for our crazy times. Love the chrysanthemum. The composition is so wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI just love your work! From the story, to the lettering, placement of the chairs, and the colors. It really tells the story and we are all working to understand right now on how to navigate getting back together. Adding the chrysanthemum is the touch of beauty we are looking for too.
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