Decorative Trees for Sale

These Decorative Trees are not just for Christmas!Use them year round as decorative topiaries. I can also make them  larger for Yard Art.
They are made of Copper with Wood bases, and have hand applied heat patinas. All Hand Made! $40 each
One has holes, so that if you choose, you can hang Holiday ornaments from it. Keep an eye out for my Vitreous Glass Enamel Ornaments too!








My steps in creating these cool trees!

Class: CASTING: WAX CARVING, ORGANICS & FOUND OBJECTS

I will be teaching this casting class at Mesa Art Center Starting Tuesday, October 25th, 9:30 AM.

CASTING: WAX CARVING, ORGANICS & FOUND OBJECTS

Instructor: Holly Carter

Tues. 9:30 am-12:30 pm Oct. 25-Dec. 13

Class Code: CAF11JE001-04

$131 R $156 NR

Click here for more info

Registration: (480) 644.6500

Entry level class. Designed for beginners, but advanced students may work independently.

Design, layout and carving and finishing the model will be covered.

Wax will be available for purchase during class.

Turn found objects into metal. Use tree branches and leaves, spices, bark, or plastics from doll parts to ball point pens, anything that will burn at 1250F.

Cast pieces can be utilized to create jewelry or sculpture.

May be cast in silver, bronze or gold.

Make sure our registrar has your email address for contact by instructor prior to the class.

No class: Oct. 13.

Classroom: Jewelry Studio

Sunnyslope Art Walk

Come visit me at the Sunnyslope Art Walk  Saturday, October 8th, 5 to 9 pm. I will be selling Art Jewelry and Vitreous Glass Enameled Wall Pieces.

Sunnyslope Community
Sunnyslope Art Walk Facebook page

Mesa Art Center Wood Working Classes by Ellie Richards

WOODWORKING: BANDSAW BOX

Section:CAF11WDW003-01
Instructor:Ellie Richards
When:Saturday, October 1 - Sunday, October 2, 2011
Start time:9 am       
End time:5 pm 
Beginning to Intermediate level
Explore sculptural form while creating a functional container. Band saw boxes open up endless possibilities of design, finish, and function while providing valuable lessons in beginning woodworking. If you have worked with wood, this class will leave you feeling accomplished and ready for more. Learn the properties of wood and basic construction techniques such as band saw use, design layout, lamination, sanding, and finishing to complete a personalized hand crafted product. Classroom: Sculpture Studio

WOODWORKING: WOOD IN JEWELRY Section:CAF11WDW002-01

Instructor:Ellie Richards When: Saturday, October 22 - Sunday, October 23, 2011  Start time: 9 am       End time: 5 pm

Beginning to Intermediate level

Explore how wood can be a part of your jewelry making practice.

Learn how to texture, pattern, and finish wood to create beautiful wooden components that will stand out among others. Experimenting is key! In the class we will make a series of items including but not limited to: a bracelet, two necklaces, a ring, and earrings. We will fabricate these pieces using metal, string for hardware and connecting elements. Classroom: Sculpture Studio         

WOODWORKING: SPOON CARVING

Section:CAF11WDW001-01

Instructor:Ellie Richards

When: Saturday, December 3 - Sunday, December 4, 2011   Start time: 9 am      End time: 5 pm  Beginning to Intermediate level

You’ll learn the fundamental cuts that will enable you to use spoon-carving tools efficiently and safely. You’ll then be guided through a few simple projects where you will be able to use those cuts and add to them as your skill grows. By the end of the course you will have learned: the easy way to equip yourself to continue spoon carving, how to sharpen and care for your own tools, and what kind of wood to use and where to buy it. You will also get the chance to see a range of different things you can make with the same wood and tools; pots and boxes, cord, tool handles and sheaths … and much more. Classroom: Sculpture Studio

 

Creations Gallery

"Creations Gallery is located in the art district of historic downtown Louisville, Colorado, in a coal miner’s cottage, renovated for just this purpose. It is the ideal place to find art by regional artists and to browse for unique art gifts for special occasions. There is a saying that reads: Here you find art gifts that outlive the moment of giving. The largest collection of handmade jewelry in the area is on display at the gallery, in addition to ceramics, art glass, fabric, paintings, photography, sculpture and wood products such as marquetry, joinery and turnings. The art greeting card selection is extensive and serves those looking for an alternative to e-cards and to those mass produced cards found at variety stores. Additional information available at www.creationsartandgifts.com."

Some of My Pieces Currently on Display in The Creations Gallery, if you have any questions please let me know or if you are in the area of Louisville, Colorado please stop by!

Rocky Paths

Rocky Paths

Landscapes

The Bend

Off Kilter

Boomerang

Dark Moon

Apple Coral

Recycled Cork

Clove Wool Bag

Red Heart Bag

Perty Plaid Bag

Spring Plaid Bag

EVENT: MESA ART CENTER GUITARS & HANDLEBARS SEASON KICK-OFF FESTIVAL AND EXHIBITIONS

Mesa Art Center
GUITARS & HANDLEBARS SEASON KICK-OFF FESTIVAL & EXHIBITION

When:    Friday, September 9 - Sunday, September 11, 2011
Where:   Mesa Arts Center

Friday, Sept 9, 2011: 6pm-10pm
Saturday, Sept 10, 2011: 10am-10pm
Sunday, Sept 11, 2011: 10am-4pm

Premiering Exhibitions:
Radical Rides: The “Art” of Motorcycles – Wilson and Ruby Dobson Main Gallery
Six-String Masterpieces – South Gallery
Easy Ridin’ & Hard Rockin’ AZ Style – North Gallery
Lego Experience – Dr. Ruth Tan Lim Project Room
Altered States: Dreams, Nightmares and Fantasies – SRP Permanent Collection Gallery


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I will be here all weekend with my other MAC Metals/Jewelry Department Friends doing Torch Fire Enameling Demo's. You get to decorate your own piece and we will Fire it for you! For a fee that is.

Found: New Home for Cute Kitten

We found a new home for the Kitty we found. My Sister and Nephew have adopted him and named him Chuckie. He now has a great new home with a loving boy!

The Launch of My Official Facebook Fan Page

Fall Jewelry/Metals Classes

Fall Jewelry/Metals Classes

City of Tempe's Edna Vihel Center for the Arts.
Instructor: Holly Carter

Classes are held in The Pyle Adult Recreation Center: 655 East Southern Avenue Tempe, AZ.
Click here to register online Class Brochure or call 480-350-5287.

Jewelry I     Code 27376      

Mon 6:00PM -8:45PM              Dates 09-12-2011 -10-31-2011

A course for beginners. Learn how to use a jeweler's saw and file and finish metal with silver solder. Work with silver, copper and brass in sheet projects, band ring and bezel set stone pendant. Supply costs vary; an approximate cost is $75.

Jewelry II    Code 27377

Wed 6:00PM -8:45PM              Dates 09-14-2011 -11-02-2011

Take your jewelry making skills to the next level with this advanced jewelry making class. In this class you will learn advanced techniques such as: Intermediate stone setting, working metal and forming, surface techniques, hollow forms, making findings and other techniques as time allows. Supply costs vary; an approximate cost is $75. Must have taken Jewelry I or equivalent experience.

Jewelry Sampler    Code 27379
Tue 6:00PM -8:45PM                Dates 09-13-2011 -11-01-2011
Learn use of tools and basic jewelry techniques for acid etching, enameling and lost wax casting. Supply costs vary; an approximate cost is $75.

Project 121: How you can help animals in need .

Project 121: Animals in Need Click to view the Channel 3 Humane Society Telethon