Joan of Arc
Quilt Summary:
Joan of Arc by Veruschka Zarate was awarded the NACQJ Award of Merit for Outstanding Achievement in Quiltmaking at QuiltCon 2023.
- - Piecing
- - Longarm
Description:
Artist Statement: "Joan of Arc is foundation paper pieced using 20 colors and 1453 bits of fabric shapes. My aim was to capture her classical complexity through a modern, clean, fabric color palette and minimalistic quilting with a focus on light. There is a juxtaposition of light sources: from behind, the "halo" of belief, from the front, the Sword of justice & truth. The reflective light on the arm embraces these two sources, all the while her countenance is a fierce mix of calm fortitude. Backing & Binding: Stained-glass fabric is used as a wink to classical influences while the binding is fabric that states "Nevertheless she persisted" as a modern mirror of empowerment. To honor the women who continue to fight for equal standing within all aspect of society. Joan of Arc is a wonderful reminder that women are powerful vehicles for positive empowering change."
Techniques Used: Machine Pieced, Machine Quilted on a Frame (longarm)
About the NACQJ Award of Merit: "With prior approval of a quilt show's coordinator or sponsor, NACQJ certified judges have the option of awarding this special ribbon to a deserving quilt in any show they are hired to judge.
At the judge's discretion, the NACQJ Award of Merit will be awarded to one quilt which has achieved recognized standards of quiltmaking excellence.
The NACQJ Award of Merit is yet another way the NACQJ arrives to recognize & reward exceptional quilts."