Quilling, Paper Filigree

The March 20th Lemont Artists Guild meeting will begin at 7 PM at the Homer Township Public Library, 14320 W 151st St, Homer Glen, IL . Betty Burian Kirk will do an interactive program on Quilling which is an art form that involves the use of narrow strips of paper that are coiled, shaped and glued together to create decorative designs and images. Participants may purchase a kit for $3 which includes a tool to make quills, a card with envelope, a snow flake design, and strips of paper. Her website is www.bbkirk@sbcglobal.net.

Betty Burian Kirk is a Fiber Artist. She started her art endeavors as a weaver, but her knowledge and skills have grown to encompass spinning, felting, kumi himo, tassel making, marbling, quilling and the areas of color theory and design. She is an Illinois Artisan and exhibits her work at art shows throughout the area.

Receiving a BS ed and an MA in Art from Northern Illinois University, Betty taught elementary school art for 12 years and Weaving at Joliet Junior college for 3 semesters. She has given workshops and lectures at guilds as well as regional, national and international fiber conferences.

The public is welcome; a donation for the local food pantry is appreciated. Free parking. Refreshments will be served.

For more information call Liz Connelly (815)341-1145 or www.lemontartistsguild.org

Lemont Artists Guild Mission Statement: Our mission is to enhance life in Lemont and surrounding communities by providing fine art education, instruction, programming and appreciation through a supportive environment that nurtures creativity and individuality.