Realities and Illusions

Barbara Simon, Curator
September 16 - November 6, 2005

This exhibit showcases the diverse techniques being explored by textile artists producing visionary interpretations of reality. Features the work of Marcel Marois, John Eric Riis, Janice Lessman-Moss, Jason Pollen, Michael F. Rohde, Laura Strand, and Pauline Verbeek Cowart, Bob Adams, James Bassler, Kay Khan, and Kay Sekimachi.

This exhibit is in conjunction with Innovations in Textiles 6, a biennial collaborative event that investigates the state of contemporary textile arts. Over 15 non-profit and private galleries join together to present exhibitions of fiber art created by national and international artists along with workshops, lectures and gallery tours.

Kay Sekimachi, Boda, 6” x 5” x 5”	Bob Adams, Blue Trunks, 39”W x 30”L
Kay Khan, The Audience, 13.5” x 26” x 22.5”	Jon Eric Riis, Coat for Icarus, approx. 70” x 30”