One thing that I have become painfully aware of the last few months is that I am not a photographer. I have read tips and tutorials on how to photograph art, but my photos never seem to capture my work. Take this piece, for example – This is a bloodwood pendant with a tree designContinue reading “Why All Artists Should Take a Photography Class”
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Thoughts from a Meeting with the SBA and New Work
A couple of weeks ago I had a meeting with someone from the local Small Business Administration (SBA). I got a lot out of the meeting and would recommend that any artist who is having trouble with or just needs some advice on the business side of art give it a try. My meeting wasContinue reading “Thoughts from a Meeting with the SBA and New Work”
New Work 8-16-2011
Here are some of my latest pieces. They will be posted for sale in my Art Fire store soon. The box is made of pine and is one that I got from a supplier. The pendants are maple from a tree a friend cut down. The experience cutting and sanding them was fun. I amContinue reading “New Work 8-16-2011”
Wood Pendant Preview
A friend cut down a small oak and gave me some of the wood. I am planning to do a whole bunch of pendants and maybe rune stones with the wood. Here’s a preview of the first two – I am still deciding how I want to finish them and how I want to handleContinue reading “Wood Pendant Preview”
A Busy Bee
I have a lot going on right now, not the least of which is getting enough product together for a craft show. So, I apologize for my recent and continued (for a while longer) silence. Here are a few photos of some of my new work –
Yay for Studio Space
I’ve moved across the country. It was a stressful, but fun adventure. But because it was such a huge undertaking, my presence on the internet has been scarce. I am finally to the point that I can post more regularly. I have been busy busy busy. I am still trying to find one of myContinue reading “Yay for Studio Space”
Spoons!
I’ve been busy burning wooden spoons. They are quicker to make than the bowls, which makes them an ideal project for weeks when the non-art parts of my life are hectic. Wooden spoons are a traditional wedding gift. I designed my Love Birds Spoon (see below) with that in mind. Both spoons are available to purchase atContinue reading “Spoons!”
Hummingbird Commission
Here’s a peak at my latest commission. A 7 inch beech bowl with a hummingbird design.
Yay Spoons
I finished my first pyrography project last night. Pyrography on wood really makes the house smell cozy. If you like it and would like to buy it please check here. It was a lot of fun and I cant wait to do more. I’m working onContinue reading “Yay Spoons”
Fire Oak Studio 