The Painted Stitch
Featuring Painter and Fiber Artist
Elisa Reutinger
ARTHOUSE on R is proud to present the art exhibition “The Painted Stitch” at ARTHOUSE Gallery on historic R Street in Sacramento, May 8 – June 9, 2025. The opening reception and opportunity to meet the artist is Saturday, May 10 from 5-8 PM. The artist will discuss her art and process at 6 PM.
“The Painted Stitch” features both colorful, complex paintings honoring the tools and materials used in the creation of fiber art and the vibrant fiber art, itself.
This exhibition pays homage to her tools and materials, most of which are collected from flea markets and second hand shops. She is drawn to the things that contain a sense of a life lived before she encounters them – half finished quilts, well-worn knitting needles, disorganized button collections – in other words a past. Her enthusiasm for these encounters is evident in the vibrant, joyful colors and playful patterns she employs with her paintbrush and sewing machine.
Elisa enjoys teaching and inspiring others, constantly challenging herself to create unique art projects for her students of all ages – some even in their 90’s. Monthly embroidery classes are held at Rumpelstiltskin, and ongoing classes continue with private clients and at senior communities (Oakmont and Mercy McMahon).
Elisa is a lifelong learner who continues her arts education at Sac City College. Her work has been shown and sold at: The Davis Arts Center, Jimmy’s Barber Garage, Scout Living, The Barn Gallery, Dunnigan Realtors, Studios Eleven Art Gallery and the Rockridge Cafe. One of her paintings is part of the permanent collection at the American River College.
In addition to the gallery show, ARTHOUSE’s 21 resident artists will open their studios to the public for Second Saturday, May 10 from 5-8 PM. Bring your friends, meet the artists, enjoy and maybe even take home some art. On the first floor, visit our friends at Tea Cozy, The Constellation Marketplace, Rumpelstiltskin Yarn Store, dro & Tsutuomu Designs, Lucid Winery, and Fox & Goose. Immerse yourself in a fun and creative community here at the ARTHOUSE on R.
To learn more about Elisa, please visit:
Website: http://www.elisareut.com
Instagram: @elisareut
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