Beginning in the airport itself, with luggage on display.
Britto is a self-taught artist from Brazil who came to Miami in 1988. Now, he's internationally known and has work in many of the modern cities throughout the world.
Driving down 1-95 the other day, headed toward University of Miami, I saw this new addition on an older building. Gives it a nice splash of color, no?
You can find these images around South Beach, Miami.
And don't forget the Dolphin's Stadium!
Really, his work is everywhere. So, how could I not be inspired?
It's like a quilt looking right at me!
So I have used this inspiration and have made my mini quilt for the Modern Mini Quilt Challenge over at Ellison Lane Quilts.
And....how about a QAL?! This is a very easy project. It's great to do with a child. Let them draw the design and then I'll teach you how to prepare it for quilting! So, what do you think?
Grab a button and spread the word. I'll start posting tutorials soon!
Linked up with Quiltstory, SewHappyGeek, CanoeRidgeCreations, Esther, Freshly Pieced, JAQS Studio
I love your mini quilt and I learning what inspired you to make it. I've not come across Romero Britto before.
ReplyDeleteMiami must be fun to drive around.
ReplyDeleteThat is the cutest quilt! How fun! I definitely want to follow along! (even if I don't have time to sew it right now, I would love to learn how! :)
ReplyDeleteThat looks fabulous Sarah! Wish i had time for another QAL...
ReplyDeleteWow ... wow. I have GOT to get to Miami. I loved your personal rendition as well.
ReplyDeleteMary @ Sea Quilts
LOVE the mini quilt! This idea is so great! I love the vibrancy of the colors!
ReplyDeleteI love the butterfly seen. How neat is that??? Love It.
ReplyDelete~Kimberlee, The Spunky Diva
I love the butterfly seen. How neat is that??? Love It.
ReplyDelete~Kimberlee, The Spunky Diva
I think it adorable...I won`t promise to do the qal...would love to. But I would def..be watching...
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool mini! I am loving the mosaic look!
ReplyDeleteBritto's work is fun; thanks for sharing it with me.
ReplyDelete(And, lest you think Blogger has been withholding comments,I am currently reading through all your posts from Feb 29 forward - it's good to have a faster internet connection and I'm doing my best to catch up on my friend's doings!)