CQFA Artist - Bonnie Smith

Bonnie Smith

Bonnie Smith went to Indiana Central University to study theater design and stage production. She found the theater fascinating, but couldn't really see where that might take her in her community. By chance, she met her husband and raising their two enterprising daughters was a priority for years.
After a life changing injury, she started sewing again as a source of inner therapy. Bonnie embarked on the world of quilting with the intention of making a few heirloom quilts for family and friends. She evolved into a contemporary and abstract artist, which really filled a space for her. She finds great satisfaction in making art quilts and feels she is just beginning her journey !

You can contact Bonnie through her blog or website.

Bonnie Smith's Quilts

"Togetherness"

17 " x 18 " - 2006

This abstract quilt was constructed using silk and cotton fabrics and a cotton polyester batting.
This quilt was machine appliquèd with free motion quilting. In working with the abstract, the artist was able to embody her own emotions, but at the same time allowing the casual observer to come to their own conclusion.

"Into The Woods"

17 " x 19 " - 2006

This quilt was constructed using cotton lame and hand-dyed wool, rayon, chiffon and cotton. The quilt was machine appliquèd with a small amount of free motion quilting.
Through abstract quilting, the artist can convey her own feelings as well as let the observer participate in the experience.