The exploration of identity in the arts, both individual and collective, is more relevant than ever, and has been the driving force behind traditions of weaving, embroidery, and other textiles for centuries. The artists in this exhibition use fantastical symbols and situations to engage viewers in exploring questions about gender, sexuality, and ethnicity. Featuring a broad range of contemporary textile techniques, including felting, needlepoint, beading, installation, and traditional quilting, the exhibition will encourage viewers to expand their view of what constitutes textile art. At the same time, the diversity of expression will ensure that viewers see themselves and their own identities reflected and validated.