Things have been humming right along. Did the Bread and Water show in Rochester and then the Braddock Bay Red Tail Day show on back to back weekends. Despite a few road bumps, I really loved every minute of it! Many of the crafters and artists that I've met are like long lost friends. We admire (and purchase!) each other's work, commiserate, swap stories and in general speak the same language.
I've received my acceptance notification for a few more shows:
September 19 Artist Row Rochester Public Market
October 23 St. Rita's School Holiday Craft Sale in Webster
October 16 Victor PTSA Holiday Craft Show
Now that there's no denying the cool weather is coming, gift buying season is right around the corner so I better get to it!
8.26.2010
8.10.2010
Bread and Water Theatre
I just found out about a really cool show for musicians and artists taking place this weekend! I'm hoping to be a vendor but I just applied a few minutes ago.
From their website:
"Last year, Bread & Water Theatre launched its first ever Recession Art Show and Sale to help struggling artists and musicians show their work to the general public to great success. To continue that work, BWT is taking the idea behind this one time event to make Bread & Water Theatre's Music and Art Fair an annual event dedicated to showcasing up-and-coming artists and musicians who live and work in the Rochester area. This event will be held inside and on the grounds of 243 Rosedale St. (at the corner of Monroe Ave. and Rosedale St.) on August 14th and 15th from 2-8pm. "
From their website:
"Last year, Bread & Water Theatre launched its first ever Recession Art Show and Sale to help struggling artists and musicians show their work to the general public to great success. To continue that work, BWT is taking the idea behind this one time event to make Bread & Water Theatre's Music and Art Fair an annual event dedicated to showcasing up-and-coming artists and musicians who live and work in the Rochester area. This event will be held inside and on the grounds of 243 Rosedale St. (at the corner of Monroe Ave. and Rosedale St.) on August 14th and 15th from 2-8pm. "
8.06.2010
Anticipation Overdrive
No, it's not a new band name, but it does describe my frame of mind right about now! I am so excited to do the Lima Crossroads Festival tomorrow, I can barely contain myself. A lot of sweat equity (literally) has gone into the preparation of my booth and my inventory.You know all those humid days we've had here in Rochester recently? When I wasn't sweating inside my studio, I was sweating outside creating a my tent display fighting mosquitoes all the while. But it's going to look great.
I also am very excited to start an online class this Monday with phenomenal artist Stephanie Lee. I first learned of her existence in a recent issue of Belle Armoire Jewelry. That's a $15 an issue magazine. That's right, *$15*. Anyone who knows me really well knows I appreciate the value of a dollar, so the fact that I opened my wallet for it is a true testament to the caliber of projects featured in it. The March/April/May issue might have well been called "A Tribute to Stephanie Lee". Along with a piece featuring an interview and a project by her, almost every other artist in the magazine cited her as their inspiration or credited her with the technique used in their project. I decided that I had to check it out for myself, so I picked up her book Semiprecious Salvage. Then I Googled her, and found out from her blog that not only is she a true artist, gifted writer, and saavy business woman (all qualities which I greatly admire) but she was offering an online class. Took my about 2 minutes to decide I wanted to take the class. Serendipity is a wonderful thing.
I also am very excited to start an online class this Monday with phenomenal artist Stephanie Lee. I first learned of her existence in a recent issue of Belle Armoire Jewelry. That's a $15 an issue magazine. That's right, *$15*. Anyone who knows me really well knows I appreciate the value of a dollar, so the fact that I opened my wallet for it is a true testament to the caliber of projects featured in it. The March/April/May issue might have well been called "A Tribute to Stephanie Lee". Along with a piece featuring an interview and a project by her, almost every other artist in the magazine cited her as their inspiration or credited her with the technique used in their project. I decided that I had to check it out for myself, so I picked up her book Semiprecious Salvage. Then I Googled her, and found out from her blog that not only is she a true artist, gifted writer, and saavy business woman (all qualities which I greatly admire) but she was offering an online class. Took my about 2 minutes to decide I wanted to take the class. Serendipity is a wonderful thing.
8.01.2010
2010 Show Schedule
In one week, I'll be participating in my first outdoor show, at the Lima Crossroads Festival from 9 am to 6 pm. The weather looks good and I'm hoping it stays that way.
My intention is to participate in 10 shows this year, a significant increase from the past. Shows that have not yet been confirmed are indicated with an asterisk * . Check back for updates on shows that are scheduled for more than a month away.
August 7 Lima Crossroads Festival 9am to 6pm.
*August 14 +15 Bread and Water Theatre Art and Music Festival Saturday and Sunday 2-8pm Rochester, NY
August 22 August Red Tail Day Event Flyer Braddock Bay Greece, NY 9am - 4 $3 admission Event benefits Braddock Bay Raptor Research.
September 11 + 12 Mendon Station Festival 12 pm -7pm Saturday, 12pm - 5pm Sunday
September 18 UCCC Craft Sale 9am - 5 pm Webster United Church of Christ
570 Klem Road, Webster NY, 14580 (585)671-3757
*September 19 Artist Row 10am-4pm at the Rochester Public Market. Outdoor event.
The Public Market is located in the northeast part of Rochester, at 280 North Union Street, approximately three blocks north of East Main Street. View a map. Parking exists in lots within the Market gates, but is limited and often jam-packed. There is a Market lot outside the Union Street gate, and street parking and additional pay lots on Railroad Street and in the wide Public Market District.
October 16 Victor PTSA Holiday Craft Show 9am -4pm
Victor Intermediate School 953 High Street, Victor NY 14564
*October 23 St. Rita's School Holiday Craft Sale 1008 Maple Drive
Webster, NY 14580-1726
November 6 Mayday! Underground Crafts + Art Village Gate Center Rochester, NY details to be announced.
*November 20 Church Mouse Bazaar 9am -4pm at Gates Presbyterian
*December 3 (Fri.) - 4 (Sat.) Andersen Alley December Gala. Hours TBA
*December 11 Spencerport Lions Annual Craft Show 9am -3:30pm Terry Taylor Elementary School 399 Ogden-Parma Rd.
Back to work preparing....
My intention is to participate in 10 shows this year, a significant increase from the past. Shows that have not yet been confirmed are indicated with an asterisk * . Check back for updates on shows that are scheduled for more than a month away.
August 7 Lima Crossroads Festival 9am to 6pm.
*August 14 +15 Bread and Water Theatre Art and Music Festival Saturday and Sunday 2-8pm Rochester, NY
August 22 August Red Tail Day Event Flyer Braddock Bay Greece, NY 9am - 4 $3 admission Event benefits Braddock Bay Raptor Research.
September 11 + 12 Mendon Station Festival 12 pm -7pm Saturday, 12pm - 5pm Sunday
September 18 UCCC Craft Sale 9am - 5 pm Webster United Church of Christ
570 Klem Road, Webster NY, 14580 (585)671-3757
*September 19 Artist Row 10am-4pm at the Rochester Public Market. Outdoor event.
The Public Market is located in the northeast part of Rochester, at 280 North Union Street, approximately three blocks north of East Main Street. View a map. Parking exists in lots within the Market gates, but is limited and often jam-packed. There is a Market lot outside the Union Street gate, and street parking and additional pay lots on Railroad Street and in the wide Public Market District.
October 16 Victor PTSA Holiday Craft Show 9am -4pm
Victor Intermediate School 953 High Street, Victor NY 14564
*October 23 St. Rita's School Holiday Craft Sale 1008 Maple Drive
Webster, NY 14580-1726
November 6 Mayday! Underground Crafts + Art Village Gate Center Rochester, NY details to be announced.
*November 20 Church Mouse Bazaar 9am -4pm at Gates Presbyterian
*December 3 (Fri.) - 4 (Sat.) Andersen Alley December Gala. Hours TBA
*December 11 Spencerport Lions Annual Craft Show 9am -3:30pm Terry Taylor Elementary School 399 Ogden-Parma Rd.
Back to work preparing....
5.31.2010
2010 Show Schedule
Talking to people who stop by my booth is a very positive and energizing experience. It's always exciting when someone makes a purchase (of course!) but the positive feedback and interesting conversations I've had with people at the shows I've done are part of what keeps me motivated to keep doing this. It's a barometer of sorts that lets me know what's working or what I need to work on.
I've decided to take a leap of faith and do some outdoor shows this year. Being naturally risk averse with a weather related comfort zone of about 70 - 73 degrees, it seemed like too much cost and trouble. But, this year I've made a commitment to doing more of what I love (making beautiful things) and expanding my business. And in NY state, that include being a vendor at outdoor shows in the summer!
I'm looking forward to the experience of doing more than 3 shows this year. It will take a lot of hard work in every spare moment of my free time to make enough stock but I think I can do it. If things don't work out as well as I hope, then I will reassess when I make my plans next year. I've got a good feeling though.
As soon as I am accepted to shows, I will post my schedule !
I'm looking forward to the experience of doing more than 3 shows this year. It will take a lot of hard work in every spare moment of my free time to make enough stock but I think I can do it. If things don't work out as well as I hope, then I will reassess when I make my plans next year. I've got a good feeling though.
As soon as I am accepted to shows, I will post my schedule !
5.25.2010
Magnet Madness
Mayday Underground was a really fun show! I met a lot of great Rochester artists and I was very impressed with the quality and variety of the crafts represented at the show. Best of all, my magnets were very well received. I now have a new obsession which consists of finding what else I can put into a 1" circle...
4.30.2010
Mayday!
Tonight I'm gearing up for the Mayday! Underground Craft + Art show. This is the first "indie" type show I've done and really I'm looking forward to the experience and meeting some new people. I've been perusing the websites of the other artists and I've seen some really cool, fun, interesting and cute things that I just know I'm going to want to take home with me.
I've also been getting back in tough with my crafty side, making some bottlecap magnets and some adorable handstitched fabric flower pins which I will have at the show tomorrow. I had so much fun making this stuff. The nearly instant gratification of being able to complete a project in less than 7 hours is semi-intoxicating for me. I hope it's well received because there's no way I can ever use 275 magnets...
I've been on a weaving hiatus. My grand plans to take a weaving course to help me past my phobia of theory never materialized, but I've not been idle. In fact I think that's a physical impossibility for me. Currently I'm taking two Beginning Jewelry classes simultaneously at the Memorial Art Gallery. Two teachers, two different approaches. That's kind of why I wanted to take two at once, because I know there's always multiple ways of accomplishing a goal and there's something to be said for looking at the same task from two different viewpoints. I feel that having two approaches really enriches the whole experience. Plus I get to practice my sawing skills twice as much.
I'm on the verge of submitting my first jewelry project for potential publication. This has been a goal of mine for about, oh, the last 15 years. I think we all have something in the back of our mind that we know we could do, really well, if we just sat down and did it. Well, I'm as close as I've ever been right now. I designed a square stitch bracelet in seed beads, actually wrote up directions and thread path diagrams, and all I have to do is get it on my computer then send it out into the world. Honestly, just the act of submitting it for publication is going to be a huge checkmark on my life's to do list. Hopefully this is going to be an action that propels me forward. If it gets accepted, I will probably cry. No, I will *definitely* cry.
I also took an introductory class with Bronze PMC. The think I like best is that it costs about a third or possibly even a fourth of what silver PMC costs. Studio 34 located just off of University Ave. sells metal clay in silver, copper and bronze. Not to mention a selection of jewelry making tools and supplies that is second to none in the Rochester area, as far as I know. Prices are competitive, but there's a lot to be said for being able to walk in, check of the goods, and see an item close up before plunking down the cash. Volume discounts are also available, which is a nice perk for bargain hunters like me. I recommend Studio 34 for anyone interested in jewelry making of any kind, including hot glass, metal, metal clay, and beadweaving. They also have a small knitting store withing the studio "Dances With Wools". Possibly the best kitchy yarn store name ever created.
Coming soon: photos of my first jewelry pieces from the classes I'm taking now
I've also been getting back in tough with my crafty side, making some bottlecap magnets and some adorable handstitched fabric flower pins which I will have at the show tomorrow. I had so much fun making this stuff. The nearly instant gratification of being able to complete a project in less than 7 hours is semi-intoxicating for me. I hope it's well received because there's no way I can ever use 275 magnets...
I've been on a weaving hiatus. My grand plans to take a weaving course to help me past my phobia of theory never materialized, but I've not been idle. In fact I think that's a physical impossibility for me. Currently I'm taking two Beginning Jewelry classes simultaneously at the Memorial Art Gallery. Two teachers, two different approaches. That's kind of why I wanted to take two at once, because I know there's always multiple ways of accomplishing a goal and there's something to be said for looking at the same task from two different viewpoints. I feel that having two approaches really enriches the whole experience. Plus I get to practice my sawing skills twice as much.
I'm on the verge of submitting my first jewelry project for potential publication. This has been a goal of mine for about, oh, the last 15 years. I think we all have something in the back of our mind that we know we could do, really well, if we just sat down and did it. Well, I'm as close as I've ever been right now. I designed a square stitch bracelet in seed beads, actually wrote up directions and thread path diagrams, and all I have to do is get it on my computer then send it out into the world. Honestly, just the act of submitting it for publication is going to be a huge checkmark on my life's to do list. Hopefully this is going to be an action that propels me forward. If it gets accepted, I will probably cry. No, I will *definitely* cry.
I also took an introductory class with Bronze PMC. The think I like best is that it costs about a third or possibly even a fourth of what silver PMC costs. Studio 34 located just off of University Ave. sells metal clay in silver, copper and bronze. Not to mention a selection of jewelry making tools and supplies that is second to none in the Rochester area, as far as I know. Prices are competitive, but there's a lot to be said for being able to walk in, check of the goods, and see an item close up before plunking down the cash. Volume discounts are also available, which is a nice perk for bargain hunters like me. I recommend Studio 34 for anyone interested in jewelry making of any kind, including hot glass, metal, metal clay, and beadweaving. They also have a small knitting store withing the studio "Dances With Wools". Possibly the best kitchy yarn store name ever created.
Coming soon: photos of my first jewelry pieces from the classes I'm taking now
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