Perspectives Exhibit

I am happy to announce that my "Three Amigos" aquarium lampwork glass bead has been selected by the International Society of Glass Beadmakers for their Perspectives: Traditions and Innovations in Glass Beads exhibition and part of the Glass Art Society Conference in Corning, NY.

The exhibit is being held at Corning's Radision Hotel from June 5 to September 7.

As explained by Kendra Bruno, President of ISGB, “This juried exhibit presented by ISGB, represents the endlessly captivating styles, techniques, and processes used in contemporary glass beadmaking. Unique color, form, and textural elements were combined to highlight the infinite possibilities of glass, as expressed by our members. Artists were encouraged to create a bead that best captured their inspiration, innovation, and personal ‘voice.’”

My “Three Amigos,” is one of over fifty beads presented in the exhibit.

I hope you all have a chance to view the exhibit. You may also visit http://www.isgb.org/info/article_256.shtml to view a slideshow of the exhibit.

SIMPLER SPACES

I've been organized! ..........

I had to share with you all a great experience. Like many artists and craft people, my art process had taken over my house (much to my husband's dismay). In addition, my parents downsized their home, and we had "inherited" many things that had not found a "home". So, I received a great Christmas present of a gift certificate from "Simpler Spaces", a professional organizer. Nancy Blackmore of "Simpler Spaces" came to my house over a weekend and worked with me to organize my basement area. She worked with me in a professional and yet humorous way to get through something I had been dreading. I couldn't even walk to my bench easily. Here are some after pictures. Notice... no clutter and labeled boxes.

As one of her client's aptly put it, "This is alot cheaper than marriage counseling." and I agree whole heartily. Now my husband has his basement area again. He now uses the term "I need to do a "Nancy" on this room/area" to refer to organizing. I have my sanity back because I can find things!

I highly recommend her for any organizing operation needed.... Maybe my next project with her will be my office! For more information, please contact:

Simpler Spaces

Nancy Blackmore, Professional Organizer

nlblackmore@verizon.net

Tea & Bead

Please join me at South Bristol Cultural Center, Saturday, May 2nd at 2pm, for the 3rd Annual "Tea & Bead". I will give a presentation about how I create my intricate beads, then participants will have the opportunity to use pre-made glass beads to make a pair of lilac earrings and/or a lilac necklace using sterling silver beads/findings. Tea and cupcakes will be served. Space is limited!

For more information & to register, please call South Bristol Cultural Center on Fridays-Saturdays at (585)396-5950. Price is $36.00 for earrings or $42.00 for necklace or both for $70.00 which supports the South Bristol Cultural Center (a non-profit organization supporting the arts). Class will be held at South Bristol Cultural Center 5323 Seneca Point Road in Canandaigua. Hope to see you soon!

Fall Foliage Class Fun!

FALL FOLIAGE CLASS - SEPTEMBER 25, 2008

Thanks to all who attended my Fall Foliage Jewelry Class at Springdale B&B on September 25th. It was a beautiful day in the country! I had lots of fun demoing my glass. We had a nice luncheon. Then everyone put together these great Fall Foliage necklaces and Acorn earrings. I hope to see you all soon.

Mill Creek Gallery Display and Demo - Saturday, September 27th

My latest handmade glass items are on display the month of September at Mill Creek Café. I will be demonstrating glass flameworking at Mill Creek Café on Saturday, September 27th from noon-3pm. While talking about the process and glass, I will be using a torch and Italian glass rods to form beads. Come learn about the exciting art of glass flameworking. Mill Creek Café is located on Main Street in downtown Honeoye, NY.

Lunch and Glass Jewelry at Historic 1820 Springdale Farm

Please join me on either Wednesday, September 17th, 2008 @ 11:30am – 2:00PM OR Thursday, September 25th for an afternoon just for you! Enjoy tea sandwiches, appetizers, and sweets, sun brewed natural iced tea, apple cider. Explore your own creativity, making your own jewelry. I will be explaining and demoing about how I make the glass flame worked beads. You can then choose either or both of the projects to complete: (1) Acorn Earrings and or (2) Fall Foliage Necklace. Both projects use my handmade beads, sterlings silver beads/findings, and the necklace is strung on hand-dyed silk (color-your choice).

Price including lunch :
$32.00 (lunch, Demo and Earring Project only)
$37.00 (lunch, Demo and Necklace Project only)
$48.00 (lunch, Demo and Both Projects)

To reserve your sport of more information, please contact Springdale Farm Bed and Breakfast at: 585.924.5952. Springdale Farm is just 5 minutes from downtown Victor, NY.

Mother's Day Tea & Bead - May 3rd

Mother's Day Tea and Bead

Saturday, May 3rd

Please join me at South Bristol Cultural Center, Saturday, May 3rd, for "Mother's Day Tea & Bead". I will give a presentation about how I create my intricate beads, then you will have the opportunity to use pre-made glass beads to make a pair of orchid earrings or an orchid pendant on an adjustable Chinese knot necklace. Tea & cupcakes will be served!

For more information, please call (585) 396-5950. Hope to see you soon!

Becky Congdon