Prized. Estonian Textile Artists’ Association 30

The exhibition “Prized” focuses on showcasing the three decades of activity of the Estonian Textile Artists’ Association (ETAA). This professional association of textile artists was founded on February 15, 1993, and has actively brought together textile artists from different generations in Estonia. Currently, the Estonian Textile Artists’ Association has 103 members.

The aim of the exhibition is to highlight ETAA’s significance in supporting local textile art. In addition to contextual materials, the exhibition presents the creative work of artists: it features works by nearly thirty artists who have successfully participated in international exhibitions over the years of the association’s activity.

The anniversary exhibition provides an opportunity to introduce the work of ETAA’s board and recognize their (often voluntary) contribution to the development of local textile art. Alongside the founding of the association, the newsletter Koiliblikas and the still-active Lühikese Jala Gallery were also established.

Participating artists:
Anna Gerretz, Maryliis Teinfeldt-Grins, Mari Haavel, Eva Jakovits, Elna Kaasik, Mare Kelpman, Annika Kiidron, Krista Leesi, Helen Lehismets, Siiri Minka, Aet Ollisaar, Kadi Pajupuu, Erika Pedak, Katrin Pere, Marilyn Piirsalu, Tiina Puhkan, Ülle Raadik, Malle-Maria Sild, Zane Shumeiko, Ludmilla Swarczewskaja, Aune Taamal, Erika Tammpere, Riina Tomberg, Piret Valk, Kadri Viires.

Curators: Helen Adamson (ETDM), Triin Jerlei (EAA)
Designers: OAAS Architects
Graphic Design: Sandra Sirp

Special thanks to: Maasike Maasik, Peeter Kuutma, Katrin Pere, Erika and Taso Tammpere, Ene Pars, Kadi Pajupuu, Aet Ollisaar, Aune Taamal, Sigrid Huik, Hille Saluäär, Pärnu City Gallery, Estonian Institute, Estonian Cultural Endowment, Estonian Textile Artists’ Union, Estonian Museum of Applied Art and Design.

The exhibition will remain open until January 25, 2025.