American Sampler by Naomi Spinak 24” W x 32” H

24” W x 32” H

Handmade paper

In a world where my generation is expected to tolerate hate-speech

they also serve as a quiet prelude to a larger project I’m working on a cookbook celebrating Black chefs across the country and their culturally significant recipes

American Sampler by Naomi Spinak 24” W x 32” HAmerican Sampler Naomi Spinak (Bainbridge Island, WA) Cottons embroidery thread on metallic linen, 16 W x 21 H Artwork: Traditionally, girls were taught to embroider at school instilling and reinforcing the values of the time. This piece illustrates the values and symbols of our time guns. Artist Statement: What leads to our societys continual inability to protect innocent lives including those of minorities and children? Why do guns have more rights