Artist Profile: Rachel King Parris

Rachel King Parris
Birmingham, Alabama

1. What kind of challenges did this theme present to you? Choosing an icon, design, finding the perfect fabric

2. Describe your studio space?  Large enclosed area in the back of the garage about 400 square feet. tile floor, huge design wall, large cutting/pressing table, sewing table, utility sink, small sitting area. Gift from my man.

3. Where can people see your work in the next six months?  Dinner@8 exhibit at the International Quilt Festival in Houston

4. Do you ever work in a series? I never have, but intend to try.

5. What other activities do you engage in that “feed” your creative energy?  I write, read voraciously, visit museums, enjoy digital photography, get outdoors, read friends’ blogs, visit beautiful places.