"Naked ..." is an innovative volume containing cutting edge, quilt-illustrated poetry. Its author, Salli McQuaid, is an internationally recognized quilt artist and writer. The versatile McQuaid
is also the author of two produced screenplays and holds a black belt in Kuk Sool Won. Her poetry and illustrations bare the wonder, pathos, and joy she experiences when creating the work,
which parallels life experiences felt by all. This volume is intended to encourage people to follow their individual creative voice, whether in the field of art quilting, or any other passion
in life.The book combines ten insightful poems with ten original art quilts in full color. Several of the quilts have been honored in local, national, or international competitions and/or
publications. It features photographs by Michael J. McQuaid and a preface by Poet Loie Johnson.For further detail about the author and her work, see the website @ www.artistwriter.com.
