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Be amazed by the semi-finalists! (1 of 2) - Wool Blanket Design Contest
After a difficult and careful review of over 200 submissions from artists across the U.S. and Canada, the Eighth Generation team has selected 13 semi-finalists. This blog announces the first 6, and the next blog post will announce the remaining 7. After a period of community feedback, we will decide on 4 finalists!
We encourage you to show love and support for this year's semi-finalists (and the previously highlighted Honorable Mentions)by leaving a comment about your favorites! Keep in mind that the art below are broader examples of their work - not necessarily wool blanket designs - so you'll have to use your imagination! We've added a link to the artists website or social media pages whenever possible.
Take a look at the beautiful artwork below, and please feel free to share with your networks! And be sure to keep an eye out for the next batch of Semi-Finalists.
Fox Spears - Karuk
"This design is so serene, but also so powerful and bold. For me, it holds an amazing feeling of balance of lightness and heaviness." - Kim Kroeker, Design Support
Carol Douglas - Northern Arapaho - Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
"I love this piece because women represent the gift of life, the backbone in our community." - H.L. Belmont Jr., Studio Assistant
Jennifer Riley - Acoma, Nambe and Laguna
"This submission was among our favorites. We feel that the colors and design work would be easily adaptable to become a wool blanket that could be appreciated by people from all backgrounds." - Serene Lawrence, Project Manager
Darby Raymond-Overstreet - Diné/Navajo
"I love the elegance of this design. It's timeless and transcendentally beautiful as a stand-alone piece or as a blanket." -Kim Kroeker, Design Support
Sydney Jacobs - Mohawks of Akwesasne
"I'm drawn to the perfect composition of the work...and that the design is not composed of flat lines, it's made with beads. The design is simple, but it's a perfect blending of precision and the 'artist hand.'" - Louie Gong, Founder & Owner
Jeremy Fields - Pawnee/Crow/Chickasaw
"This is stunning! I loved the choice in colors." - Adriana Perrusquia, Communications Specialist
Ramak
Apr 03, 2019
What talented artists and submissions!! But I must say, Jennifer Riley’s design speaks to me as the intricate/bold design and vibrancy of the work captures the heart, soul, and beauty of the Southwest and her Native people. I am mesmerized by the piece and it’s active kaleidoscope like effect which is further highlighted by the colors chosen. This is definitely a piece I would like to own!!!
Tanae
Mar 26, 2019
Jeremy Fields! Love his work and this piece is beautiful.
Richelle Sandoval
Mar 26, 2019
Darby Raymond-Overstreet. I love her colors and design. Absolutely beautiful!!
Rebecca
Mar 26, 2019
I love Jennifer Riley’s design! Her combination of traditional design and color scheme could appeal to many preferences. I see this blanket appealing to younger children, including my own daughter who likes color and vibrancy like children are, while still weaving in and wrapping them up both literally and symbolically in the blessings of Southwest pottery design. This design speaks across genders and cultures, and is inclusive to anyone wanting to make a statement! Good job to all the artists in the contest!