Jody Graff

Jody Graff

Philadelphia, PA

I create a range of work that is inspired by my joy, curiosity and awe of nature. It is a synthesis of art, design, environmental science, culture and craft.

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Schaar Garden Hydrangea quercifolia FEV Wine Quilt by Jody Graff Image: Image of unframed artwork (photograph by Andrea Cipriani Mecchi )
Image of unframed artwork (photograph by Andrea Cipriani Mecchi )
Schaar Garden Hydrangea quercifolia FEV Wine Quilt by Jody Graff Image: Promotion Postcard
Schaar Garden Hydrangea quercifolia FEV Wine Quilt by Jody Graff Image: Detail sheet of artwork
  • Jody Graff
  • Schaar Garden Hydrangea quercifolia FEV Wine Quilt
  • Paper base with hand-cut leaves applied [Hydrangea quercifolia]
  • 6.5 x 5.25 in (16.51 x 13.34 cm)
  • Framed: 13 x 10 x 1 in (33.02 x 25.4 x 2.54 cm)
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The quilt design is inspired by physical characteristics of the selected leaves. The strongly-veined leaves of Hydrangea quercifolia have veins that join with other veins to form polygons of similar size and shape. Areoles are the smallest areas of the leaf tissue surrounded by veins and include FEVs, the freely ending ultimate veins of the leaf. The quilt pattern and overall shape are directly taken from one section of an Oakleaf Hydrangea leaf. The color range and veining structure are highlighted with the leaf selection and placement in the quilt.

EXHIBITION HISTORY: Small Works 2024: 
11th Annual National Juried Exhibition, Main Street Arts, Clifton Springs, NY -- Awarded Honorable Mention
https://mainstreetartscs.org/exhibitions/small-works-2024/

  • Subject Matter: Botanical Quilt
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