Gees Bend Quilter Sues Promoter- June 6, 2007 Mobile, AL, June 6, 2007 -- A Newhouse News Service story published today in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Gees Bend, Alabama, quilter Annie Mae Young is suing Atlanta-based Tinwood Ventures and its owners, William Arnett and sons, for a larger share of profits generated by commercial use of her work. The Gees Bend quilts gained national recognition partly through the promotional efforts of Tinwood, and have been displayed in major art museums across the U.S., including Houston..http://www.quiltchannel.com/2007/06/gees-bend-quilter-sues-promoter.html Book Review: Visual Coloring, by Joen Wolfrom- June 1, 2007 Visual Coloring: A Foolproof Approach to Color-rich QuiltsBy Joen WolfromC&T Publishing, 2007Paperbound, 96 pages, $27.95 retailClick on the title for a discounted price!We have observed previously in our reviews that one of the most intimidating aspects of quilting for many people is the selection and coordination of colors. Many quilters have no color training, often do not trust their own eye, and have no practical rules of thumb to guide them. Joen Wolfrom, known for her ravishing quilts...http://www.quiltchannel.com/2007/06/book-review-visual-coloring-by-joen.html |