A large exhibit of abstract quilts by Gwen Marston, internationally known quiltmaker, teacher and author, will be shown at Orcas Center May 6-31.

Since 1981 Marston has had 19 solo exhibits and participated in many group shows. She maintains a busy teaching and lecture schedule both nationally and internationally, and for the past 24 years has conducted quilt retreats on Liberated Island, Michigan. She has written 21 books, the most recent of which is “2010 Quiltmaking II”.

Meet the artist at a reception Friday, May 6, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.