In 2005 we both won ribbons at the Minnesota State Fair. Bridget’s needlepoint recreation of Matisse’s Goldfish took 9 years to complete. It won second in its category. The judges thought it was too “discordant”. (I have added a picture from the Russian museum to compare the work)
We also entered the willow basket category and each took a ribbon. Our baskets were done over a weekend.
2005 Award Winning Artists
Red Ribbon fishing kreel made by Bridget
Primitive basket made by Phil. It came in 4th place.
The winning Booth
A better view
Matisse
Bridget’s needle work
Peter Maas, Dick and Phil visit the Fair
