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About this issue
By Linda Rees
We have many interesting articles about weavers who create nonrectangular tapestries. In several of the articles there are references to other artists who have influenced their work. Searching the Internet can provide information about most of the artist mentioned. We are also pleased that ATA member, Joann Cromley of Afton, MI, responded by submitting images of her shaped tapestries. Joann states that she has always woven geometric tapestries but wanted to go "beyond the straight selvedges - to actually allow the shapes to come alive."
A new feature is coming to Tapestry Topics, a column called ASK ATA. Read about it on page 21.
Initially, when we started soliciting reviews of tapestry exhibits, I specified that they be written by outside observers, not organizers or exhibiting members. However, it is logistically a challenge to find reviewers to accomplish this goal, especially because we do not have funds for professional writers. In an attempt to communicate about the activities across the country, we will accept thoughtful reviews by participating members. I would like to encourage regional groups who are planning exhibits to make an attempt to find an objective source for review early in the planning. In either case, the goal is to have an objective review. If you are traveling and fortunate enough to see a relevant exhibit, please consider writing about it. Some of our best reviews have been by our own ATA members.
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