A new exhibition opening at the International Quilt Museum will feature artwork from 10 artists invited to respond to quiltmaking themes in their preferred art medium. “Studio Champloo” opens Dec. 6 and will be on display through June 12.

Artists were asked to respond to quiltmaking themes with their own medium. All 10 artists selected have strong personal and professional ties to Nebraska. They include Jennifer Bockelman, Ryan Crotty, Michael Larsen, McKenzie Phelps, Amanda Smith, Colin Smith, tūdūsō (Demetria Geralds and Victoria Hoyt), Michael Villarreal and Camille Hawbaker Voorhees.

Anway selected the artists in “Studio Champloo” for the ways in which they use the language of textiles and craft to subvert the norms of painting and sculpture. The featured artists all have vital studio practices and exhibition records, as well as a commitment to community involvement as teachers, mentors and curators.

The museum will celebrate the opening of “Studio Champloo” on Dec. 6, from 4-7 p.m. as part of its First Friday festivities. Anyway and some of the artists will be in the gallery to discuss the work. Admission to First Friday is free.

Read more about the exhibition and the individual works here. 

The International Quilt Museum’s mission is to build a global collection and audience that celebrate the cultural and artistic significance of quilts. Located on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s East Campus, it is home to the world’s largest collection of quilts. Click here to plan your visit.