It's safe to say that the first Bella Faire - Art in the Garden was a total success. Though there were a few glitches along the way, we couldn't have asked for a more perfect day - the show went off without a hitch. The weather even cooperated with us - which a great gift as weatherman threatened rain showers on Saturday. In a couple of days photos from the Saturday will be posted on this blog.
Last but not least, the Bella Faire - Art in the Garden blogged will be updated regularly so that you will know where and when the next faire will happen. Also, any updates that come our way on the participating artist will be published here. There may even be a mailing list in the works to keep you posted on the happenings of Bella Faire and the participating artists.
Thank you to everyone attended - we wouldn't have been a success without you!
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Bella Faire - Art in the Garden
On July 26, 2008 several artists from the South Puget Sound region are getting together and are hosting a fine art show in a lovely garden in North Tacoma. This will truly be an exciting event for both those attending and participating. The venue will provide an intimate setting so that so that you'll get a chance to meet and get to know artist and learn where they get their inspirations for the art they create.In this blog you will be introduced to the artists you will be able to meet at Bella Faire - Art in the Market.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
The Garden...
Bella Faire - Art in the Garden will be hosted in a private garden in a North Tacoma neighborhood. This venue will provide an intimate setting to provide an opportunity to meet the artist and learn about their art. Enjoy light refreshments while strolling through the garden, taking in the visual delights of the flowers and creations of our artist.
Get to know the Artists: Martha Hughes of Dancing MonkeyJewelry
Tell me about your shop. What will I find there?Dancing Monkey Jewelry is a funky little jewelry shop that offers limited edition and one-of-a-kind hand crafted artisan jewelry. I love working with sterling and fine silver, Precious Metal Clay, semi-precious stones and fresh water pearls.
How long have you been in business?
Officially, 7 months. I've been selling my jewelry to my friends, family and co-workers for 5 years.
Where do you sell your creations?
I have an online store: www.dancingmonkeyjewelry.etsy.com and I sell at local craft fairs and art shows.
Do you have a blog or web-site?
Yes, I have a blog: The Dancing Monkey Jewelry Chronicles. It started out being a journal of my first year as a new business owner but I soon grew bored of that so I've branched out to include other topics.
Who is your favorite crafts person/artisan or favorite web resource ?
Demitra's design on Etsy
Robert Socha Photography on Etsy
Parkhust Pottery on Etsy
Team EtsyRain - Etsy's Seattle Street Team
And where it all began The Bead Factory - the premier bead store in the Puget Sound Region
Aside from Bella Faire - Art in the Garden, nothing is set in stone just yet. I have a couple of shows that I've applied for and I'm just waiting to hear from them to see if I've been accepted as a vendor.
Get to Know the Artist: Jeanne Velling - Sweet Talk Stationery
I started Sweet Talk Stationery in the early 80's when I was home with 3 young children. I wasn't feeling really productive. I knew I could draw, I loved flowers and working in my garden--hmmmm--so I decided to put down some creations on paper AND started selling cards and stationery at gift fairs and gift stores in various locations around Washington. Making art hasn't been my main source of income, but it has ALWAYS been a source of joy and release. I have very artistic children, and I do get inspiration from them-what a great concept!
Get to Know the Artist: Mitzi Lindgren
Tell me about your shop. What will I find there?
My studio is in Enumclaw, WA. There, you will find a variety of book structures and & binding styles, along with letterpress printed pieces. You will also find custom boxes and enclosures designed for my books and prints. I love exploring and experimenting with new materials and surface design techniques used in my work.
How long have you been in business?
I have been bookbinding since 1995. I printed my first letterpress piece in 1997 while attending Western Washington University and have been hooked on paper, book arts and printing ever since. I am currently restoring a C&P Pilot Press used for letterpress printing. As a Ranger U Certified Instructor, I enjoy sharing and teaching these techniques with others.
Where do you sell your creations?
Aside from Belle Faire, my work can be purchased by contacting me via e-mail at: www.certifiedre@yahoo.com
Do you have a blog or web-site?
I do not currently have a website. However, photos of my work can be seen at:
http://www.featherstonearts.com/art_mlindgren.php
Do You Teach Classes?
I will be teaching upcoming fall, 2008 classes at the following venues:
October 4, 2008 Highline Community College, Des Moines, WA:
Ben Franklin Crafts, Bonney Lake, WA:
http://www.bfranklincrafts.com/HomeBL.html
Feartherstone Arts, Maple Valley, WA:
Get to Know the Artist: Eloise Haroian of DreamArt Designs
Tell me about your shop. What will I find there?Elegant pillows and tuffets for the home using exquisite trims, high, end fabrics, and antiqued brass pieces. Boutique clothing with multiple fabrics and fun trimmings at reasonable prices. Antique/vintage button bracelets, necklaces and earrings with an elegant flair. Elegant home decor tassels. Unique labels for jars, containers or scrapbooking. Chic pet wear including coats, collars, and leads to make your pet the talk of the town. Purses, totes and sundry
How long have you been in business?
I have been in business for about 13 years.
Where do you sell your creations?
Aside from the Bella Faire – Art in the Garden, I am not currently selling any where else.
Do you have a blog or web-site?
Not at this time.
Are there any upcoming craft fairs/art shows that you’ll be participating in this year
Get to Know the Artists: Barbara De Pirro
I am a Painter, Photographer, Multi-disciplined Eco-Artist, Teacher and Lecturer.
How long have you been in business?
Festivities
(425) 712-0342
www.festivitiesfinegifts.com, festivities weblog
Museum of the Northwest Art
La Conner, WA 98257
(360) 466-4446
www.museumofnwart.org
Annual Art Auction –
ArtsNowGallery
201
(425) 640-1243
www.edcc.edu/artsnow
July 17 –
www.bellafaire.blogspot.com
Proctor Arts Fest
North 26th and Proctor
www.proctorartsfest.com
(425) 519-0722
Goods for the Planet
(206) 652-2327
www.goodsfortheplanet.com
BKB & Company
(253) 272-6884
www.bkbcompany.com
Do you have a blog or website?
Who is your favorite crafts person/artisan or favorite web resource?
These are some excellent resources for artists that I’ve listed as links on my site:
http://www.artlex.com
http://www.4culture.org
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Anne Elrod Studio
Anne Elrod is an award winning Northwest mixed media artist. She draws inspiration from her passions of nature and travel. Using paper, fabric, threads, paint, beads and found objects she creates visual expressions of those passions.
"My desire is to add beauty to the world. I am on a continuing journey of translating everything around me into color and texture. I love making art!"
"My desire is to add beauty to the world. I am on a continuing journey of translating everything around me into color and texture. I love making art!"
Barbara De Pirro
“Plastic in its design to be indestructible has become…. in our waste, environmentally destructible. I’m always looking for new ways to reuse and recreate with this material. The transformation of reclaimed plastic bags into organically inspired art, seemed not only a creative challenge but a poetic statement. Our society has a general lack of consciousness in regards to plastic and its destructive affects on our natural environment and wildlife. The excess is huge, the supply is endless, the basic material is unattractive…but once transformed, it takes on a whole new existence. Saving the planet one bag at a time." Barbara De Pirro is a Painter, Photographer and Eco-artist. She currently resides in the Pacific Northwest, perched on the edge of the Puget Sound, where she continues to live closely with nature.
Mitzi Lindgren
Mitzi Lindgren is a bookbinder, letterpress printer and artist. A graduate of Western Washington University with a Bachelors in Graphic Design Production/Printing, she combines her love of bookbinding, printing and surface design to create one of a kind artist books as well as edition bindings.
Mitzi enjoys learning, teaching & sharing. She is constantly exploring new materials & techniques. In her workshops, she teaches a wide variety of book structures and bindings. When working with elementary students in the classroom, she designs projects that tie into the current curriculum, covering the history of the binding and printing methods used.
Her work has been shown in both juried and invitational exhibits throughout the Northwest and has been published in "The Art & Craft of Handmade Books."
Dancing Monkey Jewelry - Martha Hughes
My name is Martha Hughes. I am the designer and owner of a small jewelry design studio, Dancing Monkey Jewelry, in Tacoma, Washington. I specialize in limited edition and one-of-kind, hand-crafted artisan jewelry. I focus on using sterling silver and semi-precious stones in my creations. I started making jewelry as a much needed creative outlet. Once I started wearing my jewelry I was pleased that see that not only did people like my jewelry they also wanted to buy it.My work can be found in my online shop on Etsy: www.dancingmonkeyjewelry.etsy.com and at various art shows in the Puget Sound Region.
DreamArt Designs by Eloise
Eloise Haroian is a multi talented artist. She has primarily worked as a fiber artist but notes that she is curious, adventurous and likes new challenges and experiences. As a result, she has also made jewelry, home accessories and done interior design work. Her items are often luxurious but she also has fun, whimsical items as well. In her business, DreamArt Designs by Eloise, she has high end pillow, tuffets and Christmas Stockings. She also makes jewelry from vintage buttons, heirloom clothing and clothes for your beloved pooch. Eloise strives to make pieces that utilize multiple materials combining them to create an image and statement that set you apart from others.
Sweet Talk Stationery - Jeanne Velling
Jeanne Velling of Sweet Talk Stationery is a retired Dental Hygienist and has been an interdisciplinary artist since age 5. She has been making stationery of different sorts for years, but her favorite and most intricate is her hand made paper and pressed flower cards. Cards and gift enclosure cards included in her collection.
Currently, Jeanne has created this lovely art form using flowers, leaves and even weeds for her garden. Jeanne has sold her creations at a variety of gift shops. Her items are available locally at "Bella Faire - Art in the Garden, Saturday, July 26th.
Lynne Farren
Artist's Statement:
"For as long as I can remember I have been making art and when I'm not making art I am thinking about making art.
Ideas for art are everywhere and I like to explore many media's using paint , paper, fabric, glues and all kind of found materials. I paint, collage, sew and make assemblages
"For as long as I can remember I have been making art and when I'm not making art I am thinking about making art.
Ideas for art are everywhere and I like to explore many media's using paint , paper, fabric, glues and all kind of found materials. I paint, collage, sew and make assemblages
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