In the Crooker Gallery
Elizabeth Hunter: Coming of Age, A Collection of Rya & Nordic Rugs
September 21 – October 18
Rya rugs, associated most often with the mid-century modern era, were used by medieval mariners against frigid waters. Here, the rugs are used for social comment….on climate change, aging, memory and wisdom. An article in www.norwegiantextileletter.com explains the work further.
In the Highlands Community Room, you will see about three dozen Nordic rugs. These one-of-a-kind, asymmetrical rugs are sometimes seen as landscapes and have been called “paintings for the floor”. Some reading blankets and large pillows will accompany these rugs.
Elizabeth Hunter has studied weaving in Oslo, Norway; Landskrona, Sweden; Reykjavik, Iceland and Torshavn, Faroe Islands. Retired after 40 years as a real estate paralegal, she now volunteers at the Brick Store Museum transcribing old journals; and paints in pastel and watercolor. A reception will be held October 5th from 1 to 3:30pm.
Recent Exhibits
Tess Hartford
Eva Bernier
Margaret Wailes
Cathance River Gallery Artists
Susan Ferraro, Bailey Island
Spindleworks, Brunswick
Terra Flora, Brunswick
Tabitha Barnard, Portland
Arlene Morris, Topsham