Silo Gallery, Middleburgh, NY (October 2, 2024) – Silo Gallery is excited to announce Thread and Canvas, its fifth exhibition, curated in collaboration with artist Clare Watt. Drawing inspiration from the 1983 exhibition The Artist and the Quilt, this show features the work of Lydia Donohue, Liv Ryan, and Clare Watt, celebrating the intersection of fine art and textile traditions. The exhibition will run from November 16-17, 2024, and will kick off with an opening reception on Saturday, November 16, from 2:00-5:00 PM. The event will be held at Silo Gallery, a 19th-century barn in Middleburgh, NY, once used as a studio and home to dairy cows and poultry.
• Lydia Donohue presents Piece II, a cyanotype quilt incorporating flora from Northwest England. Cowrie shells, a symbol of mending and fertility, appear throughout, while shades of blue reflect both cosmic and domestic themes.
• Clare Watt exhibits Unearthed, a collage made from repurposed canvas scraps. Her process transforms remnants of past works into new creations, celebrating resilience and reinvention.
• Liv Ryan, known for sustainable clothing design, presents Swatch Patchwork, a tapestry created from discarded fabric swatches. Ryan’s work explores texture and form while highlighting eco-friendly practices.
Exhibition Dates & Hours:
• Saturday, November 16th: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Sunday, November 17th: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location:
Silo Gallery, 235 Kelsey Hill Road, Middleburgh, NY, 12122
For inquiries, please contact:
Clare Watt / cwatt20@gmail.com
Thread and Canvas explores the quilt as a dynamic medium blending personal narrative and cultural history. Inspired by The Artist and the Quilt, the exhibition highlights the dialogue between textiles and fine art, with each artist pushing the boundaries of their craft.
