The Soft Paintings of Jane A. Sassaman In the realm of contemporary textile art, few names evoke as much vibrant energy and botanical wonder as Jane A. Sassaman. A quilt artist, fabric designer, author, and teacher, Sassaman has spent decades transforming the medium of quilting from a traditional craft into what she poignantly describes as "soft paintings." Her journey into this tactile world began in 1980, following a varied career i…