Image of quilt titled “Curiosity” by Diane Marie Chaudiere
 
 

Artist Statement: My koi come to the surface whenever I am on the deck or in the yard near the pond. They are very curious and friendly animals, popping their heads out of the water to see what is going on.

Materials & Techniques: Cotton fabric, paint and embroidery thread. Hand painted background and koi, machine and hand stitched together, blended with needle felting, highlighted with painting and quilting, edged with machine and hand embroidery.

Dimensions: 15"W x 15"H x 3/4"D