EXHIBITION THEME
facade
(fəˈsɑːd, fæ-)
NOUN
1. Architecture the front of a building; any side of a building facing a public way or space
2. a way of behaving or appearing that gives other people a false idea of your true feelings or situation
3. the front part of anything
Calling all SAQA VA/NC regional members! Dive into the depths of perception and illusion with our upcoming juried art quilt exhibition, “Facade.” Whether you’re inspired by architectural fronts, the portrayal of emotions, or the veils we wear in society, we invite you to explore all facets of the word “Facade” through art quilting. From intricate patterns to bold statements, showcase your interpretation of facade in all its forms. Don’t miss this chance to stitch together stories that challenge perception.
JUROR
Natasha Isenhour is a New Mexico based, Contemporary American Realist working in oil, pastel and watercolor. A sought-after Awards Judge, presenter and juror exhibiting throughout the southwest she teaches 6+ sold-out workshops each year, both in plein air and in studio. Her work is collected the world over.
Isenhour was awarded and Honorable Mention as well as and Award of Excellence from Oil Painters of America in 2022 and 2023 and won First Place (Signature Member Category) in the 2024 American Women Artists Show. She is a 4-time Top 100 Finalist in Plein Air Salon and was awarded honorable mention twice in 2023-24. Isenhour was a multiple award winner in the Borrego Springs Plein Air Invitational in 2022 and 2023. In 2022 Isenhour was given a 5-week solo museum exhibition at the Taos Museum and Fechin Studio, and in 2023, Terry Ludwig Pastels LLC released “Natasha Isenhour Essential Alchemy Set of 60 pastels.”
Submission Form Call Opens January 1, 2025
Petersburg Area Arts League
Petersburg, VA