Winter Solstice, 36 x 36 inches, ©2010 Deidre Adams

America Celebrates! Quilts of Joy and Remembrance is an exhibition of 56 art quilts made to celebrate holidays and events, from the 4th of July and Mardi Gras to the Festival of the Buddha and Derby Day. Art quilters from across the country have contributed to this show that depicts the celebrations of our lives. Curated by internationally known contemporary quilt artist Judith Trager, the exhibit will travel throughout the United States, beginning with its debut at the Longmont Museum.

January 15 – March 13
Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Road, Longmont Colorado

I am honored to be included in this exhibition. When given a choice of events to represent, I chose Winter Solstice, one of my favorite days of the year. My statement:

Typically celebrated on the shortest day of the year, The Winter Solstice marks the end of the gradual lengthening of nights and shortening of days. For me, winter is a time of stillness and subtle beauty, a time to look inward and to recharge. The subdued colors of the landscape and sky hold a silent promise of the renewal to come.