These are the two pieces from Studio Art Quilt Associates' exhibition "Color in Context: Red" that the American Quilter's Society censored from the show. In response, SAQA's board, at the urging of many members, pulled the entire exhibition from all AQS 2025 shows. (Continued in comments) - ThreadSky

susanbrubakerknapp.bsky.social • 30 days ago

These are the two pieces from Studio Art Quilt Associates' exhibition "Color in Context: Red" that the American Quilter's Society censored from the show. In response, SAQA's board, at the urging of many members, pulled the entire exhibition from all AQS 2025 shows. (Continued in comments)

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susanbrubakerknapp.bsky.social•30 days ago

“It has long been the mission at the Studio Art Quilt Associates to support our members in their artistic and professional growth," wrote Lilo Bowman, SAQA Board President.

susanbrubakerknapp.bsky.social•30 days ago

“We have not stood by without taking notice. We hear your pleas, we feel your anguish, and the frustration that this incident has caused. Censorship does not align with our organization's core values."

susanbrubakerknapp.bsky.social•30 days ago

“As the President, I am here to unequivocally say that the entire Board of Directors stands as a united front with our membership." – Lilo Bowman, SAQA President

nikki-hill.bsky.social•30 days ago

I stand with SAQA.

mamajoan-ngb.bsky.social•30 days ago

“Never going back.”

dianathedandelion.bsky.social•30 days ago

A juried exhibition is not an ala carte menu. As a SAQA member, I completely support and appreciate the board's decision. Censorship is not a good look on AQS.

kimmybeetoo.bsky.social•30 days ago

I applaud the Board's decision. AQS is a dying (dead?) institution that lacks vision in its shows and diversity in its faculty. It's time to let it go and take our business elsewhere.

angryoldbat.bsky.social•30 days ago

I've been in 3 local quilt groups. They're a little uptight to say the least and I've never been sure why.

roxannedyer.bsky.social•30 days ago

I fully support the decision to withdraw!

jessiejessup.bsky.social•18 days ago

Your posts w images will get more views by using alt text. It is really helpful for visually impaired users who rely on screen readers. Alt text is cannon here. You can adjust your post settings so that you get a reminder to add it.

reneeinstitches.bsky.social•29 days ago

I was so encouraged by SAQA’s response. It’s bad enough that men want to erase women’s experiences and voice, but when a predominantly female organization does it, that really hurts. I am grateful for SAQA’s firm stance.

janequiltsslowly.bsky.social•30 days ago

I’m so proud of them refusing to allow this exhibit to be censored. ♥️🙌

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