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The Artist Nest Magazine

Administrator — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:19:47 +0000

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The Artist Nest is a new publication for people who enjoy weaving creativity into their lives. The magazine will be available by January 20, 2012.

The premier issue of the magazine is 30 pages of instructions for glass and porcelain painting and drawing exercises.

You will be able to purchase the magazine as a DVD/CD or download to your magazine reader on the computer or you can purchase a printed copy that will be delivered to your mailing address.

Stay tuned…Soon the premier issue will be uploaded and ready for you to view.

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Holiday Branch Decorated with Ornaments

Administrator — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 01:30:41 +0000

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Holiday Branch in lieu of Evergreen Tree

During the fall season, just before art class began, there was a gentle knock at the door and Jeannie, one of my painting students said, “My daughter was out hunting and brought back some branches. Would you like one?” I immediately replied “Yes!” She left the porch and in a few moments returned with a Vine Leaf Maple branch that was abundant with moss, lichen and some dried leaves. We placed the branch upright in the corner of the painting studio and as the rest of the artists arrived for class they all enjoyed the moss covered branch in the corner of the room. All of us had painted branches and scenes at one time or another and we had developed an appreciation for branches and their unique textures.

Knowing how much the artists in the studio enjoyed observing nature, it seemed like a good idea to give the branch a permanent home in the studio so that we could use it as a study when we happened to be painting branches or birds. After the students left I retrieved an old pickle crock that my parents had given me years ago and filled it with river rocks collected on outings during the summer months. Eventually the branch was decorated with hand painted ornaments. A few of the ornaments were received as part of an international ornament exchange that is held by PPIO.com (Porcelain Painters International Online) annually. Other baubles on the branch are hand painted or fused glass ornaments designed here in the art studio.

When the students returned to find the tree decorated with hand painted ornaments they commented how much they enjoyed the decorated branch. For me the decorated branch is a reminder of friendships that I have made throughout the last few years while painting. At this time I would like to thank the painters who arrive in the studio each Tuesday during the winter to paint and for the generosity of the painters I’ve met on the internet for sharing their artistic talents and information. May you all enjoy a Merry Holiday and a Happy New Year!

Do you have an annual tradition with artists that you would like to share? Post your annual or new holiday tradition.

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Porcelain Ornament Exchange 2010

Administrator — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:05:40 +0000

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Artists Birthday Party

Administrator — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 02:01:27 +0000

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Jami Lynne Studios

Administrator — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 05:59:10 +0000

Unique Kiln work by Artisans
Visit jamilynnestudio.com
to see more of her work and these darling charms.

Go to the following link to meet Jami Lynne. I have purchased her unique charms as gifts. Jami kiln fires a variety of inspirational words permanently into small glass charms that are the perfect thoughtful gifts that your friends and family will appreciate. Go on and check it out at the following link, http://www.jamilynnestudios.com

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Porcelain Ornament Exchange 2010

Administrator — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:54:05 +0000

Porcelain Ornament Exchange

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Each year during the holiday season porcelain artists from around the globe exchange handpainted ornaments. Click on either of the links below to see the beautiful ornament I received from Margaret M. in the UK.

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Another Link to the same video
Video of Ornament Exchange — mp4 format

Do you have an annual tradition with artists that you would like to share? Post your annual or new holiday tradition.

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DESIGNING DURING WINTER HOLIDAY

Administrator — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 04:23:11 +0000

Winter Holiday in the Art and Design Studio
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Spending time in the design studio during the holiday season with favorite vintage props and the Christmas Tree provides inspiration for my new art licensing portfolio. Winter is a great excuse to fill the air in the studio with a cinnamon fragrance and enjoy a mug of warm orange tea which all seems to boost the artistic imagination.

Do you have a favorite holiday art studio tradition? Post your comment and share your favorite studio holiday tradition that inspires your art. Here is a pic of my studio during the holiday season.

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Mittens Painted on Porcelain

Administrator — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 04:02:43 +0000

Mittens, Ribbons and Greenery
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Painting mittens during the holiday season was one of our most enjoyable holiday projects. Who doesn’t love the look of a cute little mitten with charming details? Each painter in the class tried a unique approach while they worked through their paintings. Some felt that snowflakes were more appealing than ribbons as additional design elements their art pieces and others decided to add a little gold to their creations.

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Jill Egan (UK) Jewelry Designer

Administrator — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 20:57:04 +0000

Jill Egan from the UK creates jewelry

Jill Egan is a multi talented artist who currently uses the kiln to make enameled jewelry and also creates beautiful silver jewelry. I’ve seen these beautiful pieces up close. Each one is a beautiful work of art. Follow this link to view her current work. She has just posted “wooly” an adorable little silver sheep.

Here is the link to Jill Egans blog: http://kilnfiredart.wordpress.com/pieces-for-an-exhibition-and-the-great-outdoors/

Chickens and Roosters…Oh My!

Administrator — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 05:25:46 +0000

CLASS PAINTING ROOSTERS & CHICKENS
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As many of you know, there is an ongoing class each Tuesday in my art studio. From 1:00pm-4:00pm on most Tuesdays fledgling and advanced artists are painting and and sharing events that are happening in their lives.

This week most of the students are painting roosters or a chicken. Determining the difference between a rooster and a chicken brings up some..ahem.. interesting conversation. There are students who have first hand experience raising chickens. Their information is invaluable to those of us who are not farm savvy. We have discussed how many eggs can be expected from a chicken and what we can do with a surplus of eggs. We study how the comb is formed and how the feathers should be painted. There is discussion about the varieties of chickens and egg colors. Sharing our observations is as important as learning how to paint the details on our subject.