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Join us at Convergence!
by Margaret Leininger on June 30, 2022
The Speakers Session will be held on Monday, July 18 from Noon to 4:00 PM at the Downtown Marriott, Henley Street, Room A3, Hope Ballroom. Free and open to all. Join fellow weavers as we hear what inspires two well-known tapestry artists in their artistic practice. Fiona Hutchison from Edinburgh, Scotland, and Jennifer Sargent from Memphis, TN will be speaking in addition to a brief introduction and organizational update by ATA’s Board President, Shelley Socolofsky.
Last Call To Submit Images for Digi-slam!
by Margaret Leininger on June 27, 2022
Share your work with fellow tapestry enthusiasts and/or those curious about tapestry weaving at Convergence! Last day to submit an image is June 30! Go here to fill out the form.
New Award for Excellence Announced!
by Margaret Leininger on February 10, 2022
Congratulations to Ama Wertz whose work was selected for an Award for Excellence. Read more here.
Media Tour 2022
by Margaret Leininger on December 15, 2021
Follow us on Instagram or Facebook from Monday, January 17, 2022-Friday, January 21, 2022, to learn tips about how to design and create small-format tapestries from 5 experienced artists. This year’s featured artists include Mary Zicafoose, Tommye Scanlin, David Huestess, Kennita Tully, and Laura Berlage. Make sure to tune in at 2 pm Eastern to interact with our featured artists directly through live videos or simply search #ATAmediatour or #ATAmediatour2022 on Instagram to view all posts.
Sign Up Today-Talk by Kevin Aspaas
by Margaret Leininger on December 14, 2021
ATA is excited to roll out a new program! The Ambassador Program features weavers who bring a diverse and expanded worldview to tapestry. Kevin Aspaas is a Dine weaver and fiber artist residing in Shiprock, NM. He will be sharing his experience as a shepherd, dyer, and weaver working within traditional Navajo practices. Go here to sign up for his talk on January 8, 2022. It’s free and open to anyone!
American Tapestry Biennial Opens June 18!
by Margaret Leininger on June 1, 2021
ATA is excited for the arrival of the opening of the American Tapestry Biennial at San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles on June 18th and runs through September 12, 2021. Go here for more details.