M. Joan Lintault: Connecting Quilts, Art & Textiles [Paperback]

M. Joan Lintault (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2008

With her hand-dyed fabrics, layering techniques, and free-form outlines, Lintault pushes the envelope of quilt-making. This lavishly illustrated celebration of her art gives form to the deeply personal and elusive inner workings of the artist’s mind. Drawing inspiration from nature, painters, philosophers, and travels throughout the world, her quilts tell timeless tales that are a culmination of these vast experiences and influences. In addition to experiencing the amazing scope of her work, readers will gain insight into her creative process which blends formal artistic principles along with inspiration and intuition. A brief review of an array of technical processes—sketching, fabric dyeing, layering, sewing, and appliqué techniques—is also included to further illuminate the design process.

Editorial Reviews

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"I encourage anyone interested in making art to read this marvelous book ... I cannot recommend it highly enough." -- Robert Shaw, curator, quilt expert, and author, The Art Quilt"

About the Author

M. Joan Lintault is an internationally renowned original art quilter whose work has been exhibited at the American Crafts Museum, the American Museum of Quilts and Textiles, the Museum of American Crafts, and Smithsonian Institute. An instructor of textile design at the university level for more than 25 years, she is currently focusing her efforts on her art. She lives in Worthington, Ohio.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Dragon Threads (March 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964120143
• ISBN-13: 978-0964120143
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,145,937 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational, February 26, 2008

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I was so impressed by the cover of this book that I preordered it. I gave it four stars instead of five because, although I found it inspirational, it is not really a "how to" book. It seems more like an artist talking about the way she came to making unique and impressive quilts.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars my review of amazing machine art, February 7, 2009

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I have known M.Joan Lintault's art quilts for many years and have seen a few at quilt shows and am constantly amazed at what she accomplishes with needle and thread. I am happy to see that her work has been put into a book for all to see.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Art Quilts to Admire!!, June 19, 2008

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Marylou P. Pepe "tennis enthusiast" (Central Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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Ms. Lintault describes how she developed as a fiber artist. Her philosophy is very inspiring. Finding your own voice is important but not always easy while you are being assaulted by others' images and ideas. But per her philosphy, if you continue on your own path you will be rewarded.