Slow Train Series
This unnarrated series provides lengthy close-up shots that show the rhythm of Karen's work. Each film takes you deep into the process of quilting on a free-motion, longarm machine. The extended footage allows you to study Karen's approach up close.
Appliqué
Watch the slow train series: appliqué video above
acknowledgements
This video is made possible through the generous support of Bobbie Edds in memory of her late husband Sidney Edds.
Video production by Kathy & Karen McTavish
Music by Kathy McTavish
Opening sound by free dissonance (Mags David, voice & Kathy McTavish, cello)
Opening image by Wolfskull Creative
Longarm machines: APQS Millie (sales, service and training by Karen McTavish) authorized showroom in Duluth Minnesota. For more info: APQS
Piecing credits: Eileen Zube of Bellevue, Washington https://www.zubeum.org/
Pattern designer: Modified/redesign of "Spring Bouquet" by Laundry Basket Quilts.
McTavishing
Watch the slow train series: mctavishing video above
acknowledgements
Longarm machines: APQS Millie (sales, service and training by Karen McTavish) authorized showroom in Duluth Minnesota. For more info: APQS
Video Production and sound: Kathy McTavish
Opening image by Wolfskull Creative, opening sound includes vocals by Mags David
previous archival footage by OnWord Bound Books from Mastering the Art of McTavishing
Victorian feathers
Watch the slow train series: mctavishing video above
acknowledgements
Longarm machines: APQS Millie (sales, service and training by Karen McTavish) authorized showroom in Duluth Minnesota. For more info: APQS
Video Production and sound: Kathy McTavish
Opening image by Wolfskull Creative, opening sound includes vocals by Mags David
previous archival footage by OnWord Bound Books from Mastering the Art of McTavishing
Watch the slow train series: suddenly blooming video #1 (stills) above
Recorded video of process available through link below.
acknowledgements
Karen McTavish was a fiscal year 2022 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity was made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Longarm machines: APQS Millie (sales, service and training by Karen McTavish) authorized showroom in Duluth Minnesota. For more info: APQS