A love of nature and its beauty provide the inspirational direction for my art. The challenge of using line, shape, color and contrast to interpret what I see is my objective. If I create something that will evoke emotion in the viewer, then I have truly succeeded.

The process begins with a concept which I then transform into a full size drawing or pattern, each line representing a seam line between two pieces of cloth. The possibilities and limitations of the piecing process are integral parts of the design. The pattern is then cut apart, with each piece of paper being used as a template for a single piece of fabric. The pieces are then joined by machine to become a pieced "top" over a layer of batting and a backing fabric. Finally, I choose the pattern of my quilting stitches to complement the scene. This completes the interpretation, transforming it into a low relief and adding an extra dimension of texture to the finished piece.

Linda Beach lives in Chugiak, Alaska. A self-taught artist, she has been creating art quilts since 2001. Linda is a Professional Artist Member of Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) and has served as Artist-in-Residence at Denali, Rocky Mountain and Acadia National Parks. Her work can be found in collections across the country and has been the recipients of several awards.

View Linda's full résumé (pdf file) and her sites of interest.