Title: Fine Art Quilter
Company: Kestrel Michaud
Location: West Melbourne, Florida, United States
Kestrel Michaud, fine art quilter at Kestrel Michaud, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Artists for dedication, achievements, and leadership in quilting and fine art.
With over four years of experience to her credit, Ms. Michaud has excelled as a fine art quilter at Kestrel Michaud since 2018. Prior to this position, she was actively involved in various artistic endeavors, exploring her passion for creativity and design. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in illustration from Ringling College of Art and Design, where she honed her skills and laid the foundation for her career in the arts.
Ms. Michaud’s journey into the world of quilting was a natural progression of her lifelong love for art. Introduced to art at a young age by her mother, she began creating fabric pictures in high school. Despite initially pursuing a career in graphic design after college, Ms. Michaud found her true calling in quilting in 2017. Inspired by her creative instincts and passion for the craft, she embarked on a journey to pursue quilting as a full-time profession.
Throughout her career, Ms. Michaud has garnered numerous accolades and achievements, including being featured in prestigious publications such as Millennium Magazine, Quiltfolk Magazine, and the SAQA Journal. Her exceptional talent and dedication were recognized with awards such as the Master Award for Contemporary Artistry at the International Quilt Festival in 2022 for “Leap of Faith” and the Road to California Prize for “The One That Got Away”, marking a significant highlight in her career. She attributes her success to the unwavering support of her family, who nurtured her artistic talents from a young age. Looking ahead, Ms. Michaud aspires to continue pushing the boundaries of her artistry, aiming to win a Best of Show Award and inspire a new generation of artists to explore the art of quilting.
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