Regional Groups
The studio experience can be a solitary one. SDA Regional Groups provide a way for members to contribute, participate, and engage with each other within the SDA community. Groups come in all shapes and sizes. Some meet regularly, while others connect through newsletters and blogs, exhibitions, gatherings, or critiques. Members are welcome to participate in more than one group.
Regional Groups:
• Connect members with local fiber arts communities
• Offer networking with other artists
• Provide opportunities to show in local exhibitions
• Offer a chance to make new fiber friends
Don’t see a group in your area? Check out SDA Meetups which connect individuals from around the globe in virtual groups based on disciplines and/or shared interests. Makers from all backgrounds and experience levels are valuable participants.
Thinking about joining SDA? You’re invited to join a regional group meeting to learn more about SDA and meet other members. Email the regional contacts listed below for more information. Contact us to learn more about volunteering to start a regional group in your area.
Regional Groups
| United States | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| State/Region | Contact | ||
| Arizona | Lisa Dixon | RepAZ@surfacedesign.org | |
| California |
Joy Stocksdale (Northern California)
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RepNoCA@surfacedesign.org | |
| Florida | Deborah Campbell (Northern) | RepNFLA@surfacedesign.org | |
| Illinois | Frances Krueger-Jackson | RepIL@surfacedesign.org | |
| Indiana | Anita Louise Bracalente | RepIN@surfacedesign.org | |
| Iowa | RepIA@surfacedesign.org | ||
| New England [CT, MA, ME, NH, RI and VT] | Lee Thomson | RepNewEngland@surfacedesign.org | |
| Wisconsin | RepWI@surfacedesign.org | ||
| Washington | Gabriela Nirino Evette Allerdings Therese Stein Vicki Gerton Faith Hagenhofer Mary Arnold Debra Calkins |
RepWA@surfacedesign.org | |
| Canada | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Province | Contact | ||
| British Columbia / Yukon | Lesley Turner | RepBC@surfacedesign.org | |
| International | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Country/Region | Contact | ||
| All members outside US and BC/Yukon Canada | Christy Strickler | CESArtEvolutionLab@gmail.com | |
Swatch Collection
Created by SDA members, the three separate SDA Swatch Collections include over 250 sample textiles. Each collection contains unique samples. Swatches are 12” x 12” and reflect the full range of surface design techniques.
Everyone can view teaser slideshows by clicking the images below.
SDA Members can view or download Swatch Collection Slideshows by emailing info@surfacedesign.org
SDA Members and regional groups may borrow, view, or download a complete collection to inform their next class, critique, or local meeting
To learn how to request a Swatch Collection, see the Swatch Collection FAQs.
Questions? Please contact us at info@surfacedesign.org