Art Rugs: the Art of Playing Cards October 21, 2008

'Art Rugs: The "Art" of Playing Cards' combines the rich tradition of rug hooking with the universal appeal of playing cards to create both a unique and exciting art collection. This international exhibit features the work of 57 textile artists, with two pieces being collaborations. Each artist was committed to designing an 18" W x 28" H art rug depicting one card from a deck of playing cards. This includes the 13 cards from each suit (hearts, clubs, diamonds and spades), two jokers and the back of the deck for a total of 55 pieces. The works in this exhibit, curated by artist Linda Rae Coughlin, exemplify a wide range of styles and range from the inventive to the personal and nostalgic, to feminist and simply humorous.