Join us for a one-of-a-kind gallery talk with quilt artist "Sunshine Joe" Mallard during First Friday on May 1! Learn about Sunshine Joe's quilting journey as well as his work currently on display in the exhibition "Spread Love Defeat Hate: Quilts by 'Sunshine Joe' Mallard" now showing in the Beavers Gallery at the IQM. As delightful storyteller and quiltmaker, Mallard captivates and inspires audiences as evidenced in our past Textile Talk. 

Comments from our Textile Talk audience: 

• "Sunshine Joe Mallard's presentation was one of the best that I have seen in Textile Talks so far. Moving stories from this humble man, a vessel for his Creator. Also loved his handling the bully and bullied student at the school by enlisting them as his assistants. God Bless You, Joe! Such a good pick."
• "Elevating and eloquent"
• "He is such an incredible person and has done incredible work, so it was really good to hear his stories."

This event is not to be missed! 

The gallery talk starts at 5 p.m. Enjoy free access to the IQM galleries from 4-7 p.m.