2014 Quilters from a Painter's Art Calendar

2014 Quilts from a Painter's Art Calendar
by Diane Phalen
Gifted by Landauer Publishing
www.landauerpub.com
ISBN: 978-1935726388
Reviewed by Kathryn Wright, Editor of FaveQuilts.com

Experience the beauty of the American countryside through the breathtaking watercolors included in the 2014 Quilters from a Painter's Art Calendar. You'll be moved by the realism of Diane Phalen's artwork, and also inspired by the cleverly placed quilts present in each image. Every month of the year, you can design a brand new quilt pattern based off of those made right in the countryside of America. You'll be amazed at how much you can learn about quilting just by looking at this calendar.

Be sure to fill in your schedule quickly before you get fully mesmerized by the sheer beauty of the paintings. She combines comforting images of home with sweeping landscapes with a classic Americana feel, all the while presenting a series of diverse quilt patterns suitable for each month. You'll find star quilt patterns, heart quilts, and much more; be prepared to want to learn to make these patterns. Every design's depth is displayed through a talented realism in Phalen's approach, as well as in the intricacy of the color schemes and impressively detailed quilts included.

Even if you aren't looking to this calendar for new quilt patterns, you'll still find enjoyment every day when you pass by and see a little piece of someone's memory come alive through their impressive painting skills. See how you can use your surroundings and their respective seasons as inspiration for how you choose your quilt designs and color schemes. This little calendar gives the idea of perspective a whole new meaning.