Gee’s Bend

DALL·E 2024 12 07 07.38.19 An abstract and vibrant design inspired by quilting, featuring patchwork patterns that symbolize the art of Gee's Bend. The composition includes rich

Who is an artist? Lessons from Nancy Cawdrey and the Gee’s Bend quilters

When I wrote the art book Sky’s the Limit, I spent hours interviewing the gifted artist Nancy Cawdrey. Nancy’s work is extraordinary, and her artistic process inspires me. She emphasized how much training she’d received and how it shaped her craft. But then there’s the women of Gee’s Bend. The Gee’s Bend quilters challenge the…

DALL·E 2024 12 04 15.01.41 A beautiful, whimsical illustration of a patchwork quilt with vibrant, playful colors and intricate patterns. The quilt features a variety of shapes a
|

The creative process: Lessons from Gee’s Bend quilts

I started a new class at the Sophia Center yesterday, and as always, I emphasized that it’s about the creative process, not the creative product. Living deeply connected to your creative process isn’t just for artists—it’s a way of living fully and authentically. In my experience, being rooted in creativity is the only way to…

End of content

End of content