Modern Quilt Group (AKA the "Mod Squad")

The Mod Squad is a small group within the guild which meets every three months on Saturdays - usually in January, April, July, and October.  They use challenges to explore modern quilting and often have presenters who lead discussion on specific techniques and styles.

What is "modern quilting"? According to the Mod Squad, there are characteristics which help identify modern quilts:

• High contrast;

• Graphic areas of solid color; 

• Improvisational piecing;

• Minimalism and expansive negative space (a la Piet Mondrian);

• Alternate grid work;

• Modern fabrics;

• Asymmetrical design

• Pixilated design similar to pointillism in art (Georges Seurat) or digital design.

But mainly - it seems to be a philosophy of "Anything Goes".  Except for possibly old jewelry and other adornments which make it more "Art Quilting" than something functional. 

Meetings occur four times per year, typically October, January, April, and July.  Details about meeting time and location are posted in the monthly newsletter