tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63102550220851342162024-02-22T13:15:10.880-05:00A Peek into Beth Williams StudioOne-of-a-kind work from my studio.Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03956448586068427660noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6310255022085134216.post-20705112780435486732019-03-31T20:19:00.001-04:002019-03-31T20:19:44.866-04:00The Road to Vegas....T minus 7 days and counting!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Next Sunday I will present my newest work to the International Society of Glass Beadmakers at our annual conference, "The Gathering", in Las Vegas. This will be the second time I've presented, aside from being on a couple of panel discussions over the years, and it all came about at last year's Gathering when a few of us (long-time) members were discussing who we'd like to see as presenters in the future and what we felt was missing from the current speakers lineup. Those of us having the discussion have all been glassworkers and beadmakers for well over a decade, some of us more than twice that; we were feeling a bit frustrated that there wasn't much in the lineup directed towards us working in glass full-time - making a living. Granted, there are a lot of hobbyists and part-timers in the organization, so there is a real need to keep them engaged as well. And as in most volunteer-driven organizations, if you are going to offer suggestions on something you'd better be ready to jump in and participate. Hence, I submitted a proposal to speak - and it was accepted.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuxRhQcWzQQrDmUu-KBRO9lccqxm1_iWSPGo0EICDhDNDQCdC4uQJK5nCAbxjE9PQtx3H8G0C4aujrzHkRGDSk5GN64lrlYepPE-UCDb4rftCOp5_OKwoMgaTDbSkkntSoYAJTsD6TOJ95/s1600/Black+lines-pencil4.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; display: inline !important; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuxRhQcWzQQrDmUu-KBRO9lccqxm1_iWSPGo0EICDhDNDQCdC4uQJK5nCAbxjE9PQtx3H8G0C4aujrzHkRGDSk5GN64lrlYepPE-UCDb4rftCOp5_OKwoMgaTDbSkkntSoYAJTsD6TOJ95/s400/Black+lines-pencil4.JPG" width="400" /></a>In a perfect world I would like to see a conversation started that would develop a strategy aimed specifically at keeping our established members more engaged and involved at a higher level that takes advantage of their knowledge and experience. I think it's something all organizations run into at some point...balancing limited resources between attracting new members and keeping the long-term members happy. My presentation grew out of this dilemma.... what could I talk about that could be of interest to both groups?<br />
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An idea that really resonated with me (and had for a while) came from seeing some beautifully executed metalwork that also incorporates lots of texture and layers of color, using colored pencils as the coloring agents. I've been aware of the technique for years and had wondered if it could translate to glass....so decided to take a workshop to test my theory. I found a class in February, signed up and was off to the races!<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">This new work has been fun, eye-opening and exciting to see develop! I find that when I'm the busiest is exactly the time "Creativity" takes over....and sometimes you just have to go with it and enjoy the ride.</span><br />
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Hope you enjoy seeing a few of the new pieces, and stay tuned for more to come!</div>
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: large;">Haystack is one of those rare places that allows one to just focus on work; the only distractions are those you allow (or encourage) to creep in. The surroundings are stunningly beautiful and the week I was there was sunny and mostly hot, with uncommonly warm, clear ocean water to cool off and relax in. It was a week to rejuvenate, learn and spend time with old and new friends who share my passion for learning. It was a great experience and I highly recommend checking out their many options for classes!</span></div>
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I think - dare I say it? - that we've finally made the transition out of winter, and I have flowers to prove it! The sun is gloriously warm - and the pollen is starting to show...the good and the bad.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">So much is going on this time of year! Congratulations go to </span><a href="http://capeannartisans.com/category/uncategorized/" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans</a><span style="text-align: left;"> and all the craft artisans and artists in our creative city of Gloucester, just announced as one of the </span><a href="http://www.acwshowcase.com/2018top10gloucester" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Top Ten Craft Towns</a><span style="text-align: left;"> in the country! They even used a photo of one of our founders, </span><a href="http://capeannartisans.com/artisans/" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Anni Melancon</a><span style="text-align: left;">, opening her unique kiln, with many craft-loving visitors looking on...a fitting tribute to celebrate our 35th year! You can see for yourself during </span><a href="http://capeannartisans.com/" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans Spring Studio Tour</a><span style="text-align: left;">, coming up June 2-3; more details here. You can also join us via </span><a href="http://capeannartisans.com/bus-tour/" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Plug-In Tours</a><span style="text-align: left;"> and enjoy visiting a select group of artisans by way of a comfortable small tour bus and leave your car in the driveway.</span></div>
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<i>Going in circles</i>....that seems to be a major theme in <a href="http://bethwilliams.com/" target="_blank">my work</a> still, as it's been for the last couple of years. Coming out of the bleak landscape of winter, color is exploding in my studio and in the jewelry I've been working on. After a class in January, I started exploring mixing metalwork with my glass again and am happy with the results so far. There will be much more to come as time allows me to lose myself in the work.....<br />
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Incorporating some new ideas from an online <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FlourishThriveAcademy/?hc_ref=SEARCH" target="_blank">marketing "class"</a> I've been taking, this post is veering off in a new direction. I'll talk more about the class in upcoming posts, but first I'd love some help. Take a good look at the photo (above) here, and then compare it to the colors to this next photo. These are rods of glass I chose to create a series of beads/earrings(?) based on the desert-ish colors in the photo, as challenged by a friend.<br />
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Something seemed a bit off, so I thought I'd try to find a "palette generator" online, to see what changes a computer would make, based on pixels and whatever else they use. (What a great exercise it turned out to be, it made me think I'm going to try this with other photos for some new inspiration when I get stuck....) I tried a few different ones, and interestingly none of the first three brought any green into the palette! Surprised, I kept going and found <a href="http://www.cssdrive.com/imagepalette/index.php" target="_blank">"CSS Drive"</a> which gave me several options: Light, Medium, Dark and Complete. As you can see in the next photo, the only one with any green was the Complete... </div>
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...and even it knocks out the deepest shade of blue and one of the greens I had pulled. I'm going to make some samples and will show them in the next couple of days....if you have a particular combo of these shades you'd like to see, please post in the comments and I'll try them out. I looked to see if I had anything already made with these shades but nothing....spring in the desert isn't my usual mindset apparently...so, a true challenge!</div>
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So many other ideas come to mind...playing with the Pantone 2017 Colors (US or London, below) could also be fun!</div>
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What three colors from each palette would be your choice? Maybe I'll try them....stay tuned!</div>
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Where to start? With apologies for my long absence; I find I tend to shut down a little in the wintertime, I pull into myself and use the time to think about new ideas, new designs while also hibernating a bit. This past winter was the first time in a few years where I didn't get away for a few days to someplace warm during the height of winter, so hibernation at home went on a little longer than usual... but with a week-long trip in late March to our annual ISGB Gathering in Las Vegas and another few days in North Carolina right after, I can now see winter disappearing in the rear-view mirror and Spring is bursting out all around. (Spring pics in another post....)<br />
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A huge dust storm cancelled our trip to the Neon Boneyard Museum, but I'll get another chance next year as the conference will be held at the same place, same time....</div>
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Spending time walking on the famous Las Vegas Strip and through huge hotels yielded more inspiration for colors and shapes....</div>
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Almost "other-worldly"....nothing is quite what it seems....</div>
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We ended the day with dinner and a show: "O", by Cirque de Soleil.....most incredible! Sorry no pictures of that, but here is one from the cab ride home....</div>
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Here are a couple of last images, maybe a bit more restful to the eyes....I'm thinking about using these colors in a new project, so stay tuned....</div>
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Hope you enjoyed this quick trip through Vegas.....thanks for following!</div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><i>As a member of <a href="http://capeannartisans.com/" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans</a>, we are each asked to write a couple of "From the Studio" <a href="http://capeannartisans.com/category/uncategorized/" target="_blank">blog posts</a> a year for the website. The "theme" this season has been "Getting to Know You", as we have been reaching out into the community in many different ways from those we have done in the past. This posting is my way of telling a little more about myself and my work inspirations, and I've modified and reposted it here for my own (somewhat negelected) blog.</i></span></div>
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starts to change and Fall closes in, my focus turns to the <a href="http://www.bethwilliams.com/shows.htm" target="_blank">shows and events</a>
coming up in the next couple of months. That tends to push away my sadness at
the passing of gardening season and the dwindling daylight, and happily I’ve gained much inspiration from
my gardens this year - despite the drastic drought conditions. If you’ve been
to my studio, you know that I’ve done my best to create my own little garden
sanctuary right here in the middle of downtown Gloucester. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the last few years I’ve been lucky enough to experience The Queen’s Garden and
Namtokphilio National Park in Thailand, Kew Gardens in the UK, (the amazing!)
Butchart Gardens in British Columbia as well as Santa Fe Botanical Gardens, the
Portland Japanese Gardens, Bellevue Gardens, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens,
Naples (FL) Gardens, Phoenix….the list keeps going! October 1 & 2 I’ll be
exhibiting at </span><a href="http://www.towerhillbg.org/american-craft-fair/"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Tower Hill Botanical Gardens</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">, just outside Worcester MA….it’s
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studio and see some of the work inspired by my love of gardens/gardening; if
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welcome to stop by anytime you’re here in downtown Gloucester! And don't forget, <a href="http://capeannartisans.com/" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans' Open Studio</a> Tour is a wonderful opportunity to drive around the "main streets and back roads" of Gloucester and Rockport, stop in where our bright pink banners mark our studios - and find a hidden gem or two! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Thailand, January 2016 - Part 1<br />
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I have written this posting a dozen times in my head - and then something would come along to change my focus! Late winter -before the weather breaks- is my "punky" time of year when I have a hard time being motivated to get much of anything done...including writing this blog.<br />
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I was lucky enough to travel with some friends to Thailand in January, which was a fabulous way to break up the winter and get some R&R after a hectic holiday season. We were invited by some great friends who live there, Alexx and Vyada Cheng, who took us around and treated us royally during our trip...a "once-in-a-lifetime" experience...that I would love to do again! </div>
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Yes, this is a real sign! We spotted it on the highway between Bangkok and Chanthaburi, in southern Thailand; we had to get our driver to stop so we could take a photo! One of the main things I had hoped to do while there was to see elephants, and this was a good omen....more on that later.</div>
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After reaching the coast, our first side trip was to Koh Kood, an island off the coast of Thailand and Cambodia....we stayed at a lovely rustic resort enjoying the slow-paced lifestyle. What a way to get over our jet lag!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Crystal clear water, sparkling white sand and millions of little tropical fish<br />sharing their ocean with us</span><br />
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After two days and nights on this quiet, breathtakingly beautiful island, we headed back to the mainland to fly up to ChaingMai, which was to be our home base for the next ten days. Out of 2000 photos, here are just a few of some of the amazing sights we were lucky enough to experience.</div>
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Entering the Umbrella Festival area in ChaingMai</div>
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With much gratitude to our fabulous hosts, Alexx and Vy....<br />of Hell Fire Glass Company, ChaingMai, Thailand</h2>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Such inspiration for new work....it's only a matter of time!!</span><br />
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Yes, that's the first time I've written 2016 as a (almost) current date. I do realize it's been a while since my last post... like everyone else, it's a super-busy time of year for me and my business - and it was sometimes hard just remembering to relax and breathe, much less think about creating a new post. That's my story anyway, and I'm sticking to it!<br />
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One of the wonderful (and very lucky for me!) things about being so busy is that subconsciously my brain keeps working on new ideas....here are a couple of quick photos of new pieces that I've finished in the last few weeks. The necklace went off to the Renwick Gift Shop and the earrings are here in the studio. I'll be taking off for a couple of weeks soon and I'm excited to see what new inspirations hit while I travel a bit.<br />
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That said, I've been doing a lot of thinking about how I want to work and organize my time going forward. I'm not much of a "goal writer" or "New Years resolutions" maker, but I realized during this holiday season that time was passing so fast and furiously that I wasn't actually enjoying the festivities, thinking about work and what I needed to be doing in the studio. I know there's a better way and I'm working on balance - I did take some time to bake lemon-coconut biscotti, my family's traditional ginger cookies and (for the first time) these photogenic little cuties....which were so easy!<br />
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So, here's to taking some time to resetting priorities - and remember to stop, value the moment and be present wherever you find yourself. Enjoy your times with loved ones and have a healthy, happy and prosperous 2016! Happy New Year!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03956448586068427660noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6310255022085134216.post-84681084078919527892015-09-23T14:07:00.000-04:002015-09-23T14:07:12.001-04:00Busy times ahead!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This represents a quick peek at some of the new work I'll be taking to <a href="http://searts.org/wp/a-vested-interest-local-designers-create-works-for-wearable-art/" target="_blank">Celebrate Wearable Art 3</a> this coming Sunday; all of a sudden there are so many pieces "in process" that need to be finished up that I'm making this a short post with a few pictures of new work and links to the event. <a href="http://www.bethwilliams.com/shows.htm" target="_blank">Lots more events</a> this fall to come, stay tuned for details! (sign up <a href="http://bethwilliams.us10.list-manage2.com/subscribe?u=a6afcd4fc3c81920644533a3f&id=b8208ab1f8" target="_blank">here</a> for my emails if you'd like to get the details right in your Inbox.)<br />
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So....it's Labor Day Weekend - already! August adventures were had and enjoyed; new designs have been explored, developed and are in process; the garden has exploded with color and texture...I don't think my brain ever shut down during the summer and I still have ideas to work on. More on that to come soon.... <br />
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<a href="http://www.pem.org/" target="_blank">Theo Jansen's Strandbeests</a> came to visit one of our beautiful beaches and I was able to watch from
the water by boat. We didn't have a really close view but the crowd was
huge and traffic was gridlocked so I was very happy to see as well as
we did. It was very cool to see them move along the sand, even with a
little help here and there at times. You can see them on exhibit at the <a href="http://www.pem.org/" target="_blank">Peabody Essex Museum</a> in Salem for the next few months.</div>
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Did you know we have an authentic <a href="http://www.hammondcastle.org/" target="_blank">castle</a> here <span id="goog_1143800188"></span><span id="goog_1143800189"></span>in Gloucester? It was taken apart in Europe stone by stone, shipped across the ocean and reassembled here on the harbor almost 100 years ago by one of America's most prolific inventors, John Hayes Hammond (second only to Thomas Edison!). It became his home and laboratory and is now a museum that bears his name...and a landmark on the water's edge. I took this shot this last weekend when we took the boat out for a late afternoon picnic...they were having a wedding!</div>
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The gorgeous Schooner Columbia replica sailed into Gloucester
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every year. (I hope to have more pictures of that event in an upcoming
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September brings gorgeous weather, less crowds, beautiful sunsets and the fall gardens....and then I have SHOWS! First up is <a href="http://searts.org/wp/cwa/" target="_blank">Celebrate Wearable Art 3</a>, and I'm so excited about the runway look I have for this year. No pics until after the show but stay tuned, there may be hints.... plus there will be a panel discussion about Fashion and History on Cape Ann, at the Cape Ann Museum on the Thursday following the event, moderated by one of my past instructors...and I'll be on the panel too! More info to come as soon as I'm able to share the details.<br />
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Next up will be <a href="http://capeannartisans.com/" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans Fall Open Studio Tour</a>, the annual mainstay of my Fall schedule. Three days of fine craft and art from all over Cape Ann; explore the main streets and back roads at your own pace. It's a beautiful time of year for a visit....look for our bright pink Studio Tour flags and stop in!<br />
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October 17, right after Open Studios is the <a href="http://www.beadesignerintl.org/services.asp" target="_blank">BeadAffaire</a>, Boston's best (and longest running!) bead show produced by Beadesigner International, The New England Bead Society. 20 years plus and still going strong....it's one of the most fun shows to do - and just may be my favorite!</div>
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Summer is in full swing, and after our past winter I think everyone is out taking full advantage of each and every fabulous day! There's just not enough time in the day to do all I want to do...so I get an early start and hardly stop til I drop - after the evening gardening session! Yesterday started our annual<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009140939367" target="_blank"> Downtown Gloucester Sidewalk Bazaar,</a> ongoing through Saturday....so much fun when Main Street gets closed off to cars and all the shops open their doors, set tables outside and turn our little town center into a bustling shopping mecca! In addition we have food vendors, art and craft vendors, local non-profits, dance troupes and musicians and loads more folks lining the street and adding to the festive atmosphere. <br />
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Tomorrow, Saturday, is the 4th annual <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gloucester-Blues-Festival/314554605272378?fref=ts" target="_blank">Blues Festival</a> at Stage Fort Park....and it's going to be a gorgeous day for enjoying a full day of great music overlooking our beautiful Gloucester Harbor! </div>
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So many other events are going on too: Farmer's Markets every Monday (Magnolia) and Thursday (Stage Fort Park), the Annual <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1439003043096838/" target="_blank">Waterfront Festival</a> next weekend and so much else! In just over 7 weeks our third <a href="http://searts.org/cwa/?utm_source=Cape+Ann+Designs+Newsletters+%26+Updates&utm_campaign=5d7e10bd73-Summer_2015_Newsletter_Special_Events8_5_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_849f8f7927-5d7e10bd73-99642125" target="_blank">Celebrate Wearable Ar</a>t Runway Event will be unveiled, and this year it promises to blow the first two out of the water! (Yes, I'll be there selling my newest designs and I'll have at least one piece on the runway as well...here's a "sneak-peek hint"!)</div>
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Tickets are on sale now; book your ticket online by August 15th to be entered into our "Arts Destination: Cape Ann" Drawing! (Awesome opportunity!!)</div>
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Once we get into October, the <a href="http://capeannartisans.com/" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans Fall Open Studios</a> will be looming - and right after that is Beadesigner International's annual <a href="http://www.beadesignerintl.org/services.asp" target="_blank">Bead Affaire</a>, the best (and longest running!) Bead Show in the Boston area. It's the most fun show I do...in Watertown, MA at the Armenian Cultural Center with about 40 vendors from all over New England and beyond. Great friends, great beads and great food!</div>
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This is the time I focus on making as much stock as I can to get ready for all these events - so it's the best time to stop by the studio and treat yourself and see what's new! (And this is what my workbench looks like in the midst of all this activity!)<br />
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Hope you can pop in and say hello when you're in the neighborhood...<br />
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In the meantime, enjoy the summer - and don't forget to slow down and take time for sunsets!<br />
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What a wonderful trip, full of great memories and experiences! The
23rd Gathering of the ISGB was the main reason for going but we also planned a
few extra days to enjoy the area. First up on Sunday as we looked out our hotel
window we counted 32 hot air balloons off in the distance! Then off to the
International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe....richly colorful, lively, fun and so
well organized it was just amazing. From the signage directing us to the
parking to the busses carting us all back and forth, the volunteers handing out
water and umbrellas for sun protection and making sure we all got on the right
bus to get back to our cars....everything ran so smoothly it was a terrific
experience. On the way back we stopped for a fabulous dinner on a friend's
recommendation...the day just kept getting better!<br />
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We then had a day to explore ABQ, as so many people refer
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complete with lotus pond in full bloom and chickens, turkeys and guinea fowl
running free - on a beautiful day....I love taking a couple of extra days on
these trips to see some of the area.<br />
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Tuesday morning I had the filming done for
my presentation at the conference (Forging Ahead; Creating New Connections With Glass and Metal) and the A/V guys have the process so well organized that it was a breeze;
they make it so easy I barely got nervous except for just a touch of the shakes...and that seemed to happen to everyone filming their segments!<br />
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year that the conference would be in Albuquerque we immediately decided to book
a hot air balloon trip! 6 of us went together (although there were 12 in the
basket, plus the pilot) and it couldn't have been a more perfect experience;
over 4000 feet in altitude, almost 9 miles distance and over an hour flying
time....with a whisper-soft landing and running commentary from our extremely
professional pilot....priceless! We got some fabulous photos before, during and
after as well as certificates of completion during the mimosa-fueled
"after" ceremony in the wildflower park....I'd do it again in a
heartbeat!<br />
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We got back to the hotel by 8:30 (still AM!), freshened up and zipped
off to a tour of Rio Grande, one of the largest jewelry findings suppliers in the country. Unfortunately we weren't allowed to take photos
but our tour guide was professional, very knowledgeable and I thoroughly
enjoyed getting to see behind the scenes. Back to the hotel for a bit of R&R at the pool....so
decadent! Dinner and schmoozing with old and new friends.....it doesn't get
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Friday morning started the conference for real....the
keynote speaker was terrific and the rest of the presentations were also very enjoyable.
My talk was right after lunch (which worried me a bit at first!) but I had a
pretty full room, maybe 300 people or so, and I didn't hear any snoring so I think it
all went well. I did get lots of very positive comments during the rest of the
conference...people seemed to enjoy it.<br />
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Saturday was the annual Bead Bazaar which also was a lot of
fun....trading for a few things, selling a bunch of my new work and loving my
new minimalist table design....all in all a very good day. It's the first time I had done the bazaar in at least 10 years and I'd forgotten how much fun it is to do.<br />
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award and live auction starting at 7...did I mention how efficient and
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So, Saturday night and Sunday continued to be fun and
beautifully organized - and flew by! We had an extremely early flight out
Monday morning so packing was on the top of my priority list Sunday night after
spending some time saying goodbyes, always hard to do after a Gathering....but
4AM came way too early! Back to the airport and a relatively uneventful trip
home....with a few hundred photos to go through and organize! Hope you've
enjoyed the few I've included here.<br />
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Last but not least....a quick image of the flowers I gathered from my
garden on the day I got home! I am always worried I'll miss some great
blooms while I travel during the summer, but these ones held on....Lucky
me!!<br />
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to describe either the way a three-dimensional work <i><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">actually</span></i> feels when touched, or the <i><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">visual</span></i> "feel" of a two-dimensional
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A local group that I'm involved in, <a href="http://capeannartisans.com/" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans,</a> is celebrating our 32 annual Spring Open Studio Tour later in June. Recently the topic of "texture" came up during one of our round table planning discussions; it was fascinating to see how everyone deals differently with texture ...what a great discussion came out of that! It was inspiring to see how artisans in different media use (or try to avoid!) texture and some of us decided to spend a bit more time musing on the topic.<a href="http://capeannartisans.com/category/uncategorized/" target="_blank"> (From The Studio 2015)</a></span><br />
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Texture"...what
would our artwork be without it? Texture is the physical feel and look of
something — smooth, rough, fuzzy, bumpy, slimy, and lots of somethings in
between; sometimes very obvious, sometimes so subtle it requires a touch to get
the full sense ...and I can't imagine making my work without considering what I
want the final texture to be. It is one of those qualities that may or may not
be clearly visible- it's different in every medium- but becomes a major
component of the work we as artisans and artists all do, deliberate or not. A
bead's smooth unblemished surface reflects a lively sparkle but that same light
bouncing off a fluted surface creates an almost glittery effect, giving life
and movement to the piece. I can completely change the look of the surface by
etching the glass to a soft matte finish, by using tools to ruffle the edge of
a disk or by embedding tiny gold spheres in the surface of the molten glass.
The visual and tactile textures of the piece become part of what makes it
unique to the hand of the maker - and desirable to the owner.</span> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> I
"collect" textures to use as inspiration in my work, often through
photographs. Here are examples of inspiration and the resulting artwork: it's
an interesting challenge to figure out ways to mimic Nature's colors, textures and finishes in my
own.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Himalayan Blue Poppy (above) and Anemone Pendants Inspired by below...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm always on the lookout for new textures - and all the tools with which to create those textures!<br />
More to come....and as always, thanks for reading!<br />
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Sunshine! Today it's above 40 degrees, the snowbanks are softening and beginning their inevitable (thank goodness) decline and there are folks walking around town, emerging from their "hunkering down" mode and turning faces to the warmth of the sun. <br />
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Such a contrast to BeadCamp, in Nokomis FL where I was lucky enough to spend a week between blizzards. Same beautiful blue sky....but that's where any similarity ends!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gardenia bud just starting to open...magnificent fragrance!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Detail of decorative columns, Ringling Museum grounds</td></tr>
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I'm working on some new pieces that were inspired by this trip, and I promise it won't be two months before they show up here! </div>
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Here is a sneak peek at one of the designs I'm working on....interesting details I haven't used before. Stay tune for more, coming soon.....and thanks for stopping by!</div>
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Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03956448586068427660noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6310255022085134216.post-9618139317269288962014-12-03T13:18:00.000-05:002014-12-03T13:18:16.875-05:00....aaaaand, We're Off!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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With our usual community spirit, effort and muscle, the <a href="http://www.gloucesterma.com/Festivals-Events.cfm?ID=246" target="_blank">Lobster Trap Tree</a> is up and decorated, our <a href="http://www.gloucesterma.com/Stories.cfm" target="_blank">downtown streets</a> are lined with festive wreaths and twinkling white lights - and suddenly - The Holidays are in full swing! <br />
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Here are some of the events I'll be participating in for the rest of this year:<br />
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<b><span style="color: #0052a4; font-family: Arial;">December 4th:<br />
</span><span style="color: olive; font-family: Arial;">In Studio...</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"><br />
Thursday, 5:00 - 10:00 PM <br />
</span><a href="http://www.bethwilliams.com/shows.htm" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;">Ladies Night @ Beth's Studio</span></b></a><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;">
and in Downtown Gloucester<br />
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<b><span style="color: #0052a4; font-family: Arial;">December 5th & 6th:</span><span style="color: #0082bf; font-family: Arial;"> <br />
</span><span style="color: #ff8000; font-family: Arial;">Show<br />
</span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;">Cape Ann Artisans Holiday
Show </span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"><br />
Friday, 4:00 - 9:00PM<br />
Saturday, 10:00AM - 3:00PM<br />
Cape Ann Artisans Holiday Show & Sale<br />
Rockport Art Association, Rockport, MA <br />
</span><a href="http://capeannartisans.com/holiday-show/" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-family: Arial;">More info...</span></b></a><br />
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<b><span style="color: #0052a4; font-family: Arial;">December 11th:<br />
</span><span style="color: olive; font-family: Arial;">In Studio...</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"><br />
Thursday, 5:00 - 10:00 PM<br />
</span><a href="http://www.bethwilliams.com/shows.htm" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;">Friends and Family Night @ Beth's Studio</span></b></a><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"> and in Downtown Gloucester<br />
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</span><b><span style="color: #0052a4; font-family: Arial;">December 19th:<br />
</span><span style="color: olive; font-family: Arial;">In Studio...</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"><br />
Thursday, 5:00 - 10:00PM <br />
</span><a href="http://www.bethwilliams.com/shows.htm" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;">Men's Night @ Beth's Studio</span></b></a><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;">
and in Downtown Gloucester.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;">You can always find out more goings on (music, art openings, community gatherings and tons more!) online at <a href="https://goodmorninggloucester.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Good Morning Gloucester</a> or <a href="https://www.bridgecapeann.com/" target="_blank">The Bridge Cape Ann<span style="color: black;">!</span></a></span><br />
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Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03956448586068427660noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6310255022085134216.post-64233797955877803972014-11-26T14:01:00.000-05:002014-11-26T14:03:00.224-05:00"Black" Friday or "Rainbow" Friday? and "Small Business Saturday" too.....<br />
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As you know (if you've been reading this blog, seen my Facebook postings or been to my studio!), for me personally it's <span style="color: red;">all</span> about the color! I do understand that the whole<a href="http://www.ibtimes.com/why-black-friday-called-black-friday-how-day-after-thanksgiving-got-its-name-1487232" target="_blank"> Black Friday</a> (November 28) thing is named that for a reason (or reasons..... Google it and you'll see a whole range of them, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Friday_%28shopping%29" target="_blank">good</a> and <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/27/black-friday-origin_n_4346347.html" target="_blank">bad</a>!) but it just doesn't resonate with me. The good news is, my <a href="http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Join-us-for-Rainbow-Friday.html?soid=1102448202396&aid=4LsFR7iEiLI" target="_blank">LYS</a> (local yarn shop) has started calling it "Rainbow" Friday to reflect the huge range of colors and styles of yarns they have on sale and I'm thinking I could borrow that....it sounds so much nicer than "Black" Friday!<br />
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So...to celebrate "<span style="color: blue;">R</span><span style="color: red;">ai</span><span style="color: lime;">nb</span><span style="color: magenta;">o</span><span style="color: orange;">w</span>" Friday I am opening the shop at 9AM with my <span style="color: blue;"><u>once a year</u></span> offer of <span style="color: red;">20%</span> off your total purchase between <span style="color: red;">9 - 10AM</span>, which drops to <span style="color: lime;">15%</span> off between <span style="color: lime;">10 - 11AM</span> and then drops to <span style="color: magenta;">10%</span> between <span style="color: magenta;">11-12 Noon</span>. For the <span style="color: #b45f06;">rest of the day (Friday only until 5PM) there will be a 5% discount in effect</span>.<br />
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Here are a few pictures of examples of work in the shop now:<br />
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And of course, lots of earrings and necklaces - and loose beads to make your own jewelry!<br />
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There will be lots to do even earlier in Downtown Gloucester, as many of the stores (and breakfast places) will be opening at 6 or 7AM, so come on down and <u><b>Shop Local</b></u>!! Support your small local businesses, get a head start on your holiday shopping .... And, best of all, you'll get to avoid that trip to the mall!!<br />
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My <a href="https://www.americanexpress.com/us/small-business/shop-small/" target="_blank">Small Business Saturday</a> hours will be 10:30-5:00....Hope to see you then (and I have some goodies planned for that day too)! Stay tuned for more info on all the upcoming special hours for <a href="http://www.bethwilliams.com/shows.htm" target="_blank">Ladies' Night, Men's Night and Friends & Family Night</a> and our first ever <a href="http://capeannartisans.com/holiday-show/" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans Holiday Show & Sale</a>!<br />
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I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends tomorrow, and stay warm and dry on these stormy days...with a joyous and colorful holiday season to come!<br />
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<br />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03956448586068427660noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6310255022085134216.post-11116502211913284532014-11-22T14:26:00.002-05:002014-11-22T17:11:13.517-05:00It's "Show Season"!!<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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For better or worse, the holiday season is here and about to jump into overdrive! Show season is in full swing, with a first-time event, the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/749442188436431/" target="_blank">North Shore Food + Gift Emporium</a> tomorrow (Sunday November 23rd) at a beautiful location in Topsfield, MA, the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WillowdaleEstate" target="_blank">Willowdale Estate</a> at Bradley Palmer State Park. This will be my first time even visiting the location and I've heard the gardens and grounds are glorious - which is one of the reasons I said yes to doing this show. Sadly they'll be a bit subdued with the season, but even in the dead of winter you can see the beautiful "bones" of a well-designed garden.<br />
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Here are some new earrings I'll be bringing with me to the show:<br />
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There will be some "holiday-themed" items...<br />
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The last "out of my studio" event for the year will be another first-time show; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1499806730270685/" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans</a> Holiday Show & Sale at the Rockport Art Association, Dec. 5 + 6. Meet and greet many of your favorite <a href="http://www.capeannartisans.com/" target="_blank">Cape Ann Artisans</a> under one roof while you relax and shop for those special, one of a kind gifts made right here on Cape Ann. (Details below on poster, or click <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1499806730270685/" target="_blank">here</a>)<br />
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After all that, I'll be in my studio for several special shopping events happening in Downtown Gloucester; more details are on my <a href="http://www.bethwilliams.com/shows.htm" target="_blank">website</a>.<br />
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Hope to see you somewhere along the way.....and I wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving!!<br />
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<br />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03956448586068427660noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6310255022085134216.post-77074299472009795202014-10-16T14:45:00.000-04:002014-10-16T14:45:01.134-04:00Boston's Bead Affaire, this Saturday!<br />
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The <a href="http://www.beadesignerintl.org/services.asp" target="_blank">Bead Affaire,</a> billed as New England's best and longest running bead show is absolutely one of Boston's highlights for bead shows, and being the 36th, the longest running! Run by <a href="https://www.blogger.com/">Beadesigner International</a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" target="_blank">, the New England Bead Society</a>, it brings together bead makers, designers and sellers of every make and model bead and finding you can imagine. Lampworked glass, polymer, fused glass, metal clay, commercially made seed beads, findings of all kinds, African Trade beads....it is Bead Lover's Heaven! <br />
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It's the best place to find our newest work before the holidays.....hope you stop by for a visit and enjoy strolling through a selection of finished jewelry, gifts, beads and jewelry-making supplies that will leave you breathless!</div>
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<br />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03956448586068427660noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6310255022085134216.post-53485285368894351522014-09-27T14:45:00.000-04:002014-09-27T14:45:32.194-04:00Where to start??I can't believe how long it's been since my last post, and where did the time go? This summer was extraordinarily beautiful here with very few hot muggy soupy days; the sunsets and evenings were as perfect for fireworks and boat rides as one could ask for.<br />
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Time spent in the garden was glorious, if not enough....but I made the most of the time I did have there. Daylilies had a banner year....as did lavender, echinacea, valerian, liatris, and most everything else!<br />
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And oh, my....the tomatoes and basil! So beautiful, and tasty....and prolific!<br />
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That said, the light has changed; the days are shorter and the sun slants down at a different angle, and my plants and gardens are slowing down, settling in for their off-season dormancy. (I can't bring myself to use the "w" word yet....) At the studio, my work is evolving and I'm excited to show visitors and friends some of the new designs and ideas.....<a href="http://www.capeannartisans/" target="_blank">Open studio weekend</a> is coming up Columbus Day weekend and it's always fun to welcome guests in to see what's happening. <br />
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Hope you can stop by and take a peek, or come see me in Watertown at the annual Beadesigner International <a href="http://www.beadesignerintl.org/services.asp" target="_blank">Bead Affaire</a> on October 18th. (follow the <a href="http://www.beadesignerintl.org/services.asp" target="_blank">link</a> for details and admission discount coupon.)<br />
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There's even more happening later in the Fall....stay tuned for more details as they develop! Thanks for stopping by.....<br />
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Some of these color combinations are making me crazy with anticipation....I can hardly wait to get back to the torch and start creating!<br />
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And finally....just look at this little face! My sister's neighbor's new
puppy....so very delightful! "Frank Sinatra" is his name no less, just check
out those eyes! He may or may not inspire new work - but he sure does
make me smile and that's a great start!<br />
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I hope you keep checking in to see what new pieces I come up with - and please let me know in the comments what inspires you! <br />
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From this......(I brought in the forsythia to force it a couple of weeks ago, and it's beautiful and in full bloom now!)......<br />
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...To this. In less than 24 hours. And what you can't see in the picture to the right is the ice that's covering everything in the shade...and the wind chill in the teens. It feels like January. (but... don't you just love the color of the trees against that aqua sky?)<br />
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To compensate: I'm working like crazy, making earring beads, anemones, <a href="http://changeabead.bethwilliams.com/gallery?category_id=615" target="_blank">hoop beads</a> and flowers and just distracting myself from the weather outside. With all the shows coming up it feels good to focus - and the colors make me so happy. (A couple of these are now spoken for, so if there's something you'd like me to save for you or have a question about any of them, just send me a quick <a href="mailto:beth@bethwilliams.com?subject=bright_beads" target="_blank">email</a> and let me know.) <br />
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Hope you all have a peaceful, happy weekend with friends and family. Enjoy.... <br />
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The <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1451611261740109/" target="_blank">Glass Bead Extravaganza</a> is back, and coming up very soon!!<br />
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<b><i><span style="color: blue;">April 26th, 10-4 at the <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Wellesley+Community+Center/@42.315215,-71.272554,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xef16b210753585ca" target="_blank">Wellesley Community Center, 219 Washington St., Wellesley Hills</a>, MA</span></i></b><br />
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Join us for the <u><i><b>only</b></i></u> <b>all</b> handmade Glass Beads, Marbles and Jewelry Show in New England, with live demos by <a href="http://www.wesleyfleming.com/" target="_blank">Wes Fleming</a>, Beth Mellor and Mike Close. There will also be vendors with tools and supplies for jewelry making and glass work...all in one place!<br />
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You will find a vendors list and a <a href="http://www.nechapterisgb.org/BE%202014-backside.pdf" target="_blank">printable coupon</a> for $1 off admission at the new <a href="http://www.nechapterisgb.org/beadextravaganza.html" target="_blank">New England Chapter/ISGB website</a>.....we hope to see you on April 26th!<br />
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Sponsored by the <a href="http://www.nechapterisgb.org/index.html" target="_blank">New England Chapter of the International Society of Glass Beadmakers.</a><br />
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You can find much more info about this show, the chapter and our upcoming meetings and demos on their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/NEchapterISGB/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> page. <br />
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Please share this with your glass art and bead loving friends, and I hope to see you there!!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03956448586068427660noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6310255022085134216.post-49879233812610125972014-04-05T15:00:00.000-04:002014-04-12T17:39:08.980-04:00A Hint at Things to Come....<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Chances are (especially if you follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BethWilliamsArtGlassBeadsJewelry" target="_blank">Facebook</a> or get my <a href="http://www.bethwilliams.com/contact.htm" target="_blank">eblasts</a>) you know I have a bunch of shows and events coming up...and if not, I have some great news to share!<br />
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April 26th marks the return of the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1451611261740109/" target="_blank">Glass Bead Extravaganza</a>, sponsored by the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/NEchapterISGB/" target="_blank">New England Chapter</a> of the <a href="http://www.isgb.org/" target="_blank">ISGB</a>. It's the only show of its kind in New England - showing, selling and live demo-ing handmade glass beads - and is one of my favorite shows to do all year! I have lots of new designs and colors worked up - and they'll be available at the show.<br />
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I'm also revisiting some designs I've worked on in the past, using dichroics, metals, and different silver glasses....all in preparation for teaching an upcoming class -"Creating Magic Under Glass"- at <a href="http://www.snowfarm.org/" target="_blank">Snow Farm</a>, out in western MA in May. After that I'll be speaking at the <a href="http://www.beadesignerintl.org/events.asp" target="_blank">BDI </a>monthly meeting at the end of May; I'd love to see you there!<br />
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Here is a new Anemone, inspired by my friend Deb's "Artist du Jour" series on Facebook; she suggested the work of <a href="http://www.wolfkahn.com/exhibitions/2011-06-02_color-and-consequence/3" target="_blank">Wolf Kahn</a> from his "Color & Consequence" exhibit with bright spring colors might be a fun direction to go in. I was definitely inspired! This one measures just about 2" across, has a matte top layer and glows with bright, lively colors.<br />
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<b>"C&C#1" An</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>emone</b> is the first in the series based on inspiring artworks.<b> </b>It is available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis. The price is $135. <a href="mailto:beth@bethwilliams.com?subject=C&C_1" target="_blank">Please email me if you are interested.</a></span><br />
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<br />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03956448586068427660noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6310255022085134216.post-50773652743820075182014-03-22T12:32:00.000-04:002014-03-29T11:21:26.621-04:00Obsessed with Spring? Well, maybe, just a little...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd41nlZp9fv1wXuVD2nOPBcut3IHtf2l-nGpts7iQwtDZ0w_ecyWhk_Ex2iGLB5HGS6necrtRhxg9GOUAAyOrXIEixOcuICOrK0RrRqT2wO0azz8TzqEqpkeXWyCb6JayJXx8BNUWnWWXL/s1600/lily+with+tulip+and+hyacinth_edited_72.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd41nlZp9fv1wXuVD2nOPBcut3IHtf2l-nGpts7iQwtDZ0w_ecyWhk_Ex2iGLB5HGS6necrtRhxg9GOUAAyOrXIEixOcuICOrK0RrRqT2wO0azz8TzqEqpkeXWyCb6JayJXx8BNUWnWWXL/s1600/lily+with+tulip+and+hyacinth_edited_72.jpg" height="320" width="191" /></a>I think it's true....I am thinking all things Spring! Two weeks ago I went out to <a href="http://www.smith.edu/garden/Conservatory/mum-bulb-shows.html" target="_blank">Smith College</a>,
to their Annual Spring Bulb Show in their conservatory greenhouses. The
fragrance and color was spectacular and inspiring... I took so many
pictures my battery died! This is one of my favorite combinations....the
apricot/peach of the hyacinths and tulips next to the greens and
purples of the little Fritillaria (checkered lily) makes me so happy! I
am definitely adding these to my list of bulbs to plant in the garden next fall.<br />
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This is my newest <b>Spring Anemone</b>, fresh out of <span style="font-size: small;">the</span> kiln this morning! The soft shades of peachy-pink and spring green hold the promise of sunshine and warmth, and there's a glowing iridescence around <span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">the edges that the photo just couldn't capture</span>. Enjoy, and please let me know if you'd like to see more. This anemone pendant is a shade over 2" across.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Spring Anemone </b>is a one-of-a-kind piece available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis. The price is $135. <a href="mailto:beth@bethwilliams.com?subject=Spring_Anemone" target="_blank">Please <b>email</b> me if you are interested.</a></span></span><br />
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