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I understand and respect the many reasons for
flat, full size photographs of finished quilts.
However, I see my quilts as multi-dimensional creations
and flat, full size photographs are just that.
Flat and formal.
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Because nearly all of my quilts are meant to be used and enjoyed
(vs. art quilts or quilts for show/display),
choosing fabrics for the backs that relate to the fronts
(scrappy or otherwise) is very important to me.
I also choose my binding fabrics to
visually connect the front and back of each quilt.
By photographing my finished quilts outdoors
using benches, rock walls, clotheslines, a wide variety of fences,
iron railings, tree branches, fishing piers, and the like,
I am able to capture each quilt’s personality,
its quilted textures,
and pleasing glimpses of its fabrics.
I realize this type of casual quilt photo
is not for everyone,
but seeing my quilts outdoors
interacting with their surroundings
truly makes me happy.
