Studio Visit and Gallery Talk with Carolyn Murphy

Sunday March 10th, 2pm.

As the DECADE exhibition continues, Koffler Arts presents a studio visit and talk with textile artist Carolyn Murphy of Studio Quilts.

Murphy explores modern abstract design, taking the traditional art of quilting and turning it on its head. Deeply inspired by the improv work of the quilters of Gee’s Bend, Murphy has explored this art form for over 25 years, leaning hard on improvisation to inform the direction of her work. Murphy is fascinated by quilts, the tactile richness of the fabric, the physical heft and pleasure of each piece, the punch of colour, the thrill of design, the double duty that her medium provides: quilts are experiential art.

After time in the gallery, Murphy will escort participants upstairs to her studio to learn more about her materials and methods.