SHERRI SMITH

LATIN SQUARE

Emitrius Facaulty of the University of Michigian's Stamps School of Art and Design.

After 40 years of dedicated service to the university, Sherri Smith retired from the Stamps School in 2018. She was among the first group of faculty to teach in the Art & Architecture Building and built the school’s vibrant fibers program.

Sherri Smith played a major role in shaping fiber art as a creative field and inspired generations of artists through her teaching. Her influence on the school and the broader creative community has been profound.

  • Pillow 1

    Sewn Panel Construction

  • Pillow 2

    Coordinating panel construction
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Proposed Direction

Elevated interpretation of Ann Arbor’s palette and character — rooted in a sense of place while maintaining a timeless luxury direction with broad guest appeal.

  • Pillow pair inspired by Sherri Smith's Latin Square
  • Sewn panel contruction highlighting the original artwork
  • Designed for in-room placement and retail
  • Custom bed runner to match the collection

Next Step

If the direction feels aligned, the next phase would be development of physical samples for review. Sampling is provided free of charge.