Monique Kleinhans' “Back Roads” exhibit opens First Friday, Oct 4th Artist’s
reception, open to the public on First Friday, October 4th 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Monique's work includes traditional quilts and
textile art – realistic and abstract works created with layers of thread and
hand-painted fabrics.
Born and raised in the Flathead, Monique spent much of her childhood riding
her bike on our valley’s many back roads. Her love of exploration and ability
to see beauty everywhere are evident in her latest collection.
“I love the adventure traveling down even a familiar road brings. Every day
is full of potential to see something new, or to see something familiar in a
new way. Some of my favorite subjects are old barns and abandoned buildings; I
want to explore and hear their stories.
Montana's
history is visible not only in its landscape and geology, but in the old
homesteads still standing under the wide open skies. While the wood and structure of these old
buildings decay, the spirit and desire to live off of the land will never die
in the hearts of those who see them."
Monique's wall quilts are unique. She uses layers of thread as paint,
creating realistic portraits of our gorgeous local landscapes and historic
sites. Her three-dimensional art invites viewers to wander into the pieces –
either to imagine the possibilities ahead, or to preserve memories of a visit.
And her signature quilted greeting cards are a fun, unique way to send
greetings to those you care about.
"Back Roads" will be on display through the month of October.
An artist reception is scheduled for First Friday, October 4th, 2013 from
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Paint, Metal, and Mud Gallery at 16 First Street,
Kalispell. Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
“I love the adventure traveling down even a familiar road brings. Every day
is full of potential to see something new, or to see something familiar in a
new way. Some of my favorite subjects are old barns and abandoned buildings; I
want to explore and hear their stories. Montana's
history is visible not only in its landscape and geology, but in the old
homesteads still standing under the wide open skies. While the wood and structure of these old
buildings decay, the spirit and desire to live off of the land will never die
in the hearts of those who see them."
Monique's wall quilts are unique. She uses layers of thread as paint,
creating realistic portraits of our gorgeous local landscapes and historic
sites. Her three-dimensional art invites viewers to wander into the pieces –
either to imagine the possibilities ahead, or to preserve memories of a visit.
The
stoneware glazes reflect the orange and gold hues found in the Flathead
summer sunsets and raku glazes shimmer with green and turquoise hues
reflecting in waterways found through our beautiful valley.
