Vermont Studio Center Fellowship Residency

Written By Regina Durante Jestrow

I’ve been awarded a Fellowship for a VSC residency!

On behalf of the Vermont Studio Center Board, Staff, and community of generous supporters, I am honored to be offered a Vermont Studio Center Fellowship. My award is for the session from May 19, 2025, to June 6, 2025, and covers the residency fee. My residency includes a private room, private bathroom, private studio space, and all meals. This prestigious award is bestowed upon individuals who demonstrate exceptional creative talent and a commitment to their artistic practice. My work was selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants, and we’re thrilled to invite you to join us. The Vermont Studio Center Fellowship was established by the VSC Fellowship Fund.

I will be working on art quilts and drawings for my upcoming solo show at Baker-Hall Gallery happening in September 2025

Regina Durante Jestrow

Regina Durante Jestrow (1978) is a textile artist from Queens, New York, who currently calls Miami, Florida, her home. Her artistic journey began in her formative years, as she learned sewing and crocheting from her mother, igniting a passion that would become a lifelong force. This connection to Fiber arts is the bedrock of her artistic practice. Relocating to Miami allowed Jestrow to delve into quilting. This became a source of solace and creative expression. In her Miami home studio, the sewing machine, a symbol of comfort and creativity, continued taking center stage.

Regina Jestrow's artistic exploration is deeply rooted in women's rights and history, combined with a deep appreciation for the patterns and stories drawn from the enduring traditions of American quilt-making. Her art quilts feature a fusion of new and second-hand fabrics, including hand-dyed and manipulated textiles, through various techniques, including natural and reactive dyes, inks, staining, and controlled burning. The resulting pieces reflect the colors and patterns that evoke Miami's dynamic cultural diversity and landscape. Her affinity for textile arts pushes the boundaries of the medium, resulting in a diverse body of work that includes painting, drawings, sculptural installations, textile wall hangings, and functional objects.

https://www.reginajestrow.com
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