November 12 & 13, 2022
INTRODUCTION TO ECO PRINTING/DYEING
BASIC TECHNIQUES

***Instructor: Linda V. Hubbard ***
Location: Vacaville Art League Gallery   718 E. El Monte Vista Ave, Vacaville CA
In this full-day Workshop you will learn how different Eco Printing/Dyeing processes can create either controlled or uncontrolled results using simple equipment at home. There are several versions of Eco Printing some of which require specialized and sometimes expensive equipment or tools. This Workshop explores basic, inexpensive methods that are simple and use uncomplicated equipment you may already own.

COST: $95 FOR A FULL-DAY SESSION 10AM – 4PM (Plus $10 for materials provided by Instructor)
For more information, contact Linda at lv.hubbard@gmail.com

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FIBER ART WORKSHOPS BY CATEGORY

LEARN "BASIC TRAINING" SKILLS:

*FREE- MOTION STITCHING
Learn about Thread Sketching, Thread Painting, Textural Stitching and Dimensional/Structural Stitching with specialty substrates

*DISCHARGE DYEING
Learn how to utilize bleach products to achieve unpredictable and exciting designs on cotton fabric

*ECO PRINTING
Learn a simple DYI process to make unusual Botanical Prints on paper and fabric

Possible Workshop Locations in California:
WALNUT CREEK
VACAVILLE
BENICIA
GRASS VALLEY

If you are interested in learning about upcoming Workshops, please email Linda for more information.

LV.Hubbard@gmail.com
MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE THE SUBJECT LINE "WORKSHOPS"

You can also view her artwork in person at The Little Art Shop, 129 1st Street, Benicia, CA
www.LindaVHubbard.com

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     2020 EVENTS:   

Cancelled/Postponed
Due to Covid-19 Mandates.
Rescheduling updates will be posted
            
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Mendocino Art Center Workshops...
"CREATIVE STITCHING BOOTCAMP" :


BASIC TRAINING
In this 3-day intensive workshop, students will learn the basics of
Free-Motion Stitching through stitching exercises in Thread Sketching,
Thread Painting, Textural Stitching, Dimensional and Structural Stitching.
For more information about this workshop, please click the following link
http://www.mendocinoartcenter.org/Spring20/Hubbard.html

March 20–22, 2020 (Friday–Sunday, 9:30am-4:30pm)



ADVANCED COURSE
This 3-day project-oriented course will have students focus on Project
Planning and build on their Free-Motion Stitching skills by stepping out of their
comfort zone and creating projects using Thread Sketching, Thread Painting,
Textural Stitching, Dimensional and Structural Stitching, Trapunto and Boutis.
For more details about this workshop, please click the following link
http://www.mendocinoartcenter.org/Spring20/Hubbard2.html

March 23–25, 2020 (Monday–Wednesday, 9:30am–4:30pm)

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2019 EVENTS:                

Mar. 22-24, 2019 Linda will be teaching a Workshop: "All Stitched Up" at the Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino, CA
 
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2018 EVENTS:                  

Nov. 14 to Jan. 6: Nor-Cal Regional Juried Art Show, 2018 at the FSVAA-Solano Town Center Gallery, Fairfield CA

Nov. 3 to Dec. 1: "Melody, Rhythm and Art" at the Vacaville Art League and Gallery, Vacaville, CA

Oct. 26 to Jan. 27: "Variations of Abstract" at the Lawler House Gallery, Suisun City CA (part of the Fairfield Suisun City Visual Arts Assoc.);

JURIED ART SHOWS AND COMPETITIONS - Fairfield-Suisun City Visual Arts Association
Nor-Cal Regional Juried Art Show, 2018, FSVAA-Solano Town Center Gallery, Fairfield CA;

OTHER ART SHOW PARTICIPATION FSVAA - Fairfield-Suisun City Visual Arts Association
Solano Town Center Gallery: "Mind at Play", 2018
Vacaville Art League and Gallery: "Melody, Rhythm and Art", 2018
Lawler House Gallery, Suisun City: "Variations of Abstract", 2018;

June 2 to July 1, 2018 Arts Benicia Juried exhibit "Thread Count: New Directions in Fiber Arts" a National Call for Artists. Only 42 of 160 fiber artists were accepted (including the artist). Located at Arts Benicia Gallery, 991 Tyler St., Benicia, CA (Artist's Reception Sat. June 2 from 6-8 PM)

May 5-6, 2018: Benicia Open Studios. Linda will be hosted by the Little Art Shop locate at 129 First St. Benicia, CA

March 1 to April 1, 2018: Participating artist in "Material Matters" exhibit at
the Seager / Gray Gallery, 108 Throckmorton Ave. Mill Valley, CA

January 27 to Feb. 2018: Art of a Community" show, Arts Benicia,  at
the Arts Benicia Gallery, 991 Tyler St., Benicia, CA


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2017 EVENTS:

• December 2 - 22, 2017: Juried exhibit "Gems IV", Arts Benicia, Benicia

• December 10, 2017: from 1pm to 3:30pm. Linda will be teaching a hands-on workshop/class: "A Timely Process", an introduction to the Fabric Discharge Process.
at Once Upon a Canvas Gallery, at 129 First Street, Benicia, CA
Following are 2 examples  
To learn more or sign up for this workshop click this link: http://www.onceuponacanvasbenicia.com/classes.html

To learn more or sign up for a workshop email me to register:  lv.hubbard@gmail.com

• November 12, 2017: from 1pm to 3pm. A hands-on workshop/class: "A Timely Process"
(an introduction to the Fabric Discharge Process) at Once Upon a Canvas Gallery, at 129 First Street, Benicia, CA

• November 4, 2017: The public is welcome to attend a free Demonstration of the Fabric Discharge Process at Once Upon a Canvas Gallery, at 129 First Street, Benicia, CA
To learn more about this Demonstration click this link: http://www.onceuponacanvasbenicia.com/classes.html

• September 20, 2017: Demonstration of the Fabric Discharge Process at Once Upon a Canvas Gallery, Benicia

• July 14 to Sept. 17, 2017: "Featured Guest 3D Artist" ("BelleBoites") at Blackhawk Gallery's show: "Impulse", Danville

• July 29 to August 27, 2017: Juried exhibit "Mapping as a Source" at Arts Benicia Gallery, Benicia CA

• January 21 to February 17, 2017: "Art of A Community" show, Arts Benicia, Benicia CA

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2016 EVENTS:

• May 7, 8 2016. Arts Benicia Open Studios - Linda's artwork will be hosted by Hamann Real Estate located in downtown Benicia at 513 First Street (across from the First Street Cafe).

2015 EVENTS:      

• November 25, 2015: "Material Matters" as a member of "Threads of Change" Fiber Art Group at the Benicia Public Library's Marilyn Citron O'Rourke Art Gallery, 150 East L St., Benicia, California (through January 2, 2016)

• May 2 - 3, 2015: Benicia Artists' Open Studios, at Manifold Arts, studio 25,
940 Tyler St., Benicia, California

• April 8 - May 3, 2015: Arts Benicia Mosaic Project at the Arts Benicia Gallery,
991 Tyler St., Benicia, California

• January 21 - March 8. 2015: Art of a Community at the Arts Benicia Gallery,
991 Tyler St., Benicia, California 

• SEE MORE PAST EVENTS »

     Notable Accomplishments:     "Napa Valley Spring, Wild Mustard"

• Semifinalist in the $100,000.00 juried Quilt Challenge Magazine's 2007 "Quilt Challenge"
• Pacific International Quilt Show and juried Competition, 2007
• Napa Valley Mustard Festival Visual Art Contest, Napa Valley, California,
January, 2009: Honorable Mention

 (see Contact page for info on purchasing artwork)

BIOGRAPHY

    My Work

     Fiber Art as a Means of Expression. Implementation of what is in the mind's eye requires constant adjustment and innovation. My work has progressed over time from more traditional and "functional" quilted pieces to "contemporary" fiber artworks that experiment with original design concepts, mixed-media and construction techniques, surface treatments and embellishments.

     During my years working with fiber as an art medium I have found that the continuing controversy of "is it Craft or Art" still exists where some critics think of Fiber Art as simply "Quilts" and that they should stay on the bed and not on the wall and don't warrant serious consideration. I am hoping that the more people learn about the many facets of Fiber Art the more they will be able to understand and appreciate it as a medium of expression just like any other Artist's tool.


    
     My Journey

     A lifelong interest in textiles has developed over time into a focus on the quilt process as a means to artistic expression. It all started as a casual experiment years ago to make a "quilt" as a gift. Having never made a quilt before and not knowing the "rules" I found myself challenged to bring my design vision into reality. This experiment left me "hooked" and there began my journey into the Fiber Art World. Now, branching out from traditional pieced quilts and utilitarian items to more expressive fiber artworks, I am constantly experimenting with new methods, processes, and techniques in the fiber arts arena to achieve my vision.



     Dimension, Manipulation, Insertion, Innovation and Experimentation

     I discovered dimensional quilting when I came across a technique for making a "simplified" Bow Tie quilt block. Rather than piece the block with difficult inside seaming this technique allows the center square of the bow tie to be incorporated into the seams through manipulation in such a way that the center stands out from the background instead of being sewn down. And so began my experimenting with piecing techniques that have since become featured dimensional components of many of my artworks.

     Going beyond the traditional quilting process of flat, pieced, fabric layers stitched together resulting in flat, graphic designs, I use fabric insertion and manipulation, dimensional techniques, free-motion stitching, thread painting and sketching, mixed-media methods, digital interpretation and embellishment methods to achieve unusual effects in my original, contemporary, abstract and graphic style fiber art pieces. My creations also involve original designs and experimentation with various methods of surface treatments including patinas, rust dyeing, the discharge dye process and more. My journey continues daily.



      Background / Education

     My arts background includes: BA Art, Concentration in Ceramics, San Jose State University, 1969;  Music study at the Conservatoire de Musique de Paris 1963-1965, and participation over the years at various San Francisco Bay Area Arts venues. After settling in Benicia, California, I've been involved in several local arts organizations including Arts Benicia.

       PAST EVENTS:

       JURIED ART SHOWS AND COMPETITIONS
Juried exhibit "Gems IV", Arts Benicia, Benicia ~ December 2 - 22, 2017
Arts Benicia, Benicia, CA: Juried Exhibit "Mapping as a Source" 2017
Arts Benicia: "Small Gems", 2011, 2012, 2013
Arts Benicia Presents, Group Show: "Threads of Change: New Trends in Fiber Art", 2014
Napa Valley Mustard Festival Visual Art Contest (Honorable Mention), 2009
$100,000 Quilt Challenge Magazine Competition (Semi-Finalist), 2007
Pacific International Quilt Festival, 2007
Hitachi Data Systems Fine Art Show, Santa Clara, 1997



       OTHER ART SHOW PARTICIPATION

Arts Benicia: Art of a Community, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Arts Benicia Open Studios, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016
Arts Benicia "Mosaic Project", 2012, 2015



       ART FAIRS, FESTIVALS, HOLIDAY BOUTIQUES

Beringer Vineyards - Wine & ARTisan Cheese Festival, Napa, 2009
Twilight Rotary Club Holiday Boutique, Fairfield, 2009
Cartledge and Browne Winery Art Show, American Canyon, 2007-2008
Wooden Valley Winery Art and Wine Festival, Fairfield, 2007
Benicia in Bloom, 2007
Ravenswood Winery Art Show, Napa, 2007
Browne's Valley Art and Craft Show, Napa, 2007
American Canyon Holiday Bazaar, 2007
Rancho Solano Holiday Gift Boutique, 2007
King's Mountain Art Fair, San Mateo, 1994-1995
Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival, 1994-1995
Windmill Holiday Fair, Portola Valley, 1994-1995
Ladybug Boutique Summershow & Sale, Pleasanton, 1995
Los Altos Rotary Fine Art Show, 1995
All West CraftsFaire, Concord, 1994
Artist's Faire, Moraga, 1994
Fiesta de Artes, Los Gatos, 1994
Harvest Festival, San Jose 1994
Mountain View Art & Wine Festival, 1994



       MEMBER CO-OPS & BOUTIQUES

Camellia Tea Room, Benicia, 2012-2013
Ivy Trellis, San Jose, 1998-1999
Crafter's Village Co-op, San Jose, 1995-1998
Benicia Craft Gallery, 1996-1997



       ARTIST ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS

Vacaville Art League and Gallery, 2018
Arts Benicia Member Artist, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 
Women's Art Coop of Benicia and Beyond , 2007-2009
Fairfield Visual Arts Association, 2007, 2008, 2018
Pacific Art League of Palo Alto, 1997 
Arts Benicia Member Artist, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Women's Art Coop of Benicia and Beyond , 2007-2009
Fairfield Visual Arts Association, 2007, 2008
Pacific Art League of Palo Alto, 1997




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