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Leslie Gabriëlse | Art Quilts

This is an extra fun post because I get to talk about my buddy Leslie Gabriëlse

I met him a few weeks ago while we both were up at the La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum hanging a few pieces. [Yes its a him. Leslie is a boy name in Holland. Where he hails from.]

Leslie Gabriëlse | Art Quilts

I was fortunate enough to see a lecture by him while he was in the country and he spoke a bit on his process, which is different from a lot of other quilters because his stitches are mostly for keeping the pieces on and he uses paint without any qualm.

Leslie Gabriëlse | Art Quilts

this gives the figures nice lines and shadows.

Leslie Gabriëlse | Art Quilts

His work gave me a new perspective on how to construct quilts like paintings. It’s nice to see other methods.

Leslie Gabriëlse | Art Quilts

Here is my favorite of his pieces. I couldn’t find any details. but he put a bird on it.

Leslie Gabriëlse | Art Quilts

What do you think about painting on quilts for the details?

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