Jane A. Sassaman

Place: Harvard

Born: 1953

Biography:

Jane A. Sassaman is a renowned contemporary quilt artist, fabric designer, author, and teacher, born in 1953 in Harvard, Illinois, United States. Her critically acclaimed work has been inspiring creative confidence in aspiring artists of all ages.

Early Life and Career

Jane's art quilts have been shown in many national and international exhibits, including Quilt National 1989 through 2005 and Contemporary American Quilts, the first major exhibit of American art quilts in England. Her quilt Willow was named as one of the One Hundred Best American Quilts of the Century.

Artistic Style and Inspiration

Jane's love for historic decorative arts can be seen in all facets of her work, but it is especially evident in the exuberant fabric she is currently designing for FreeSpirit. Her designs are oversized and colorful and have been coined as 'William Morris on anti-depressants'. They are created for quilts, wearables, and home deco.

Notable Works and Exhibitions

Some of her notable works include The Quilted Garden, a book that includes twenty years of her work and exercises for making nature-inspired quilts. Jane's art has been exhibited in various museums, including the Indianapolis Museum of Art and the Vancouver Art Gallery.

Teaching and Authoring

As a teacher, Jane has been sharing her expertise with aspiring artists through her books and workshops. Her book The Quilted Garden is a testament to her teaching style, which focuses on inspiring creative confidence in her students.

• Contemporary quilt artist: Jane's work has been recognized for its unique blend of traditional and modern techniques.
• Fabric designer: Jane's designs have been praised for their oversized and colorful patterns, which are reminiscent of William Morris's style.
• Author and teacher: Jane has written several books, including The Quilted Garden, which has become a staple in the quilting community.

Jane A. Sassaman's work can be found on https://Wikioo.org/@/Jane-A-Sassaman, where her art quilts and designs are showcased along with other notable artists. Her contributions to the world of quilting have been significant, and her work continues to inspire new generations of artists.