Sebastopol, CA (April 29, 2007) The Wine Emporium is pleased to announce internationally acclaimed quilt maker, author and lecturer, Judy Mathieson, as our featured artist in the Gallery.

——-——-The public is invited to attend the artist’s reception on Sunday, May 27 from 3-6 pm. Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.

Mathieson will be on hand to discuss her colorful quilts and inspirations. The exhibition will highlight the “Shadowed Circles” design, including a quilt made from remnants of antique Kimonos. The show runs through August 31st.

Mathieson became interested in quilt-making in 1973 while completing a BS degree at California State, Northridge. Since then, her work has received numerous prizes at National and International Quilt Competitions. She is certified as a Judge for the National Quilt Association.

Mathieson and husband Jack reside in Sonoma County. She conducts workshops throughout the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, Scotland, New Zealand and England. For more information on the artist, please visit www.JudyMathieson.com

The Wine Emporium is located at 125 North Main Street, in Sebastapol. They feature the work of prominent and rising northern California artists, and provide wine tasting, consulting, and sales coast to coast.

Business hours are Wednesday through Sunday 12-6 pm. For more information, please call the Wine Emporium at 877-349-2285, or visit, www.the-wine-emporium.com.