I'm so on fire creating new work for this holiday sale. I've never done this with my artwork before - years ago I did a one-day boutique at a local church for my handmade scarves. I remember that experience as exhilarating and exhausting (and I may or may not have said I'd never do it again). But here I am -- doing it again.
This time I'll be showing my original paintings as well as some handcrafted items such as cards, ornaments and zippered pouches (fabric made using my original art). There’s variety in my prices, ranging from $3 to $225. We’ll see what appeals to the shoppers.
The process of preparing for this event has been pretty intense. I’m busily making items as well as figuring out how to price them, and display them. Luckily, I take art classes with a bunch of experienced artists (fellow students and teachers) who do these types of shows fairly regularly. They all have great advice. And many of them will be participating in this show, so that’ll be fun.
I’m most excited to see my work displayed all in one place. I don’t usually hang all of my art in my house, so when I pulled pieces out of their storage (under the bed) it was like greeting an old friend. And then telling that old friend she needed a little makeover. So some paintings got a little extra love. It’s also a great reminder of how far I’ve come since I started painting a few years ago. I’m definitely developing a style, and am open to trying new techniques and moving forward.
It’s going to be a fun weekend and I’ll definitely write about the experience after it’s over. Now, back to making.
-Mary
This time I'll be showing my original paintings as well as some handcrafted items such as cards, ornaments and zippered pouches (fabric made using my original art). There’s variety in my prices, ranging from $3 to $225. We’ll see what appeals to the shoppers.
The process of preparing for this event has been pretty intense. I’m busily making items as well as figuring out how to price them, and display them. Luckily, I take art classes with a bunch of experienced artists (fellow students and teachers) who do these types of shows fairly regularly. They all have great advice. And many of them will be participating in this show, so that’ll be fun.
I’m most excited to see my work displayed all in one place. I don’t usually hang all of my art in my house, so when I pulled pieces out of their storage (under the bed) it was like greeting an old friend. And then telling that old friend she needed a little makeover. So some paintings got a little extra love. It’s also a great reminder of how far I’ve come since I started painting a few years ago. I’m definitely developing a style, and am open to trying new techniques and moving forward.
It’s going to be a fun weekend and I’ll definitely write about the experience after it’s over. Now, back to making.
-Mary
About the 2019 Handcrafted Holiday Sale
Shop for everyone on your list at the Handcrafted Holiday Sale at Center for Community Arts. The sale brings together handmade ceramics, glass, jewelry, fiber arts, photography, prints, and much more – all by Community Arts teaching artists and students. The first 50 shoppers on each day will receive a free tote bag!
Join us for an opening reception on Friday, December 6 as we kick off our Holiday Sale with an evening of drinks, appetizers, craft-making and entertainment!
Location:
Shadelands Art Center
111 N. Wiget Lane
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2019, 5:00 to 8:00PM
Opening Reception, Appetizers, Wine & Beer Tastings, Live Entertainment and Shopping
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2019, 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Shopping, Snacks and Festive Crafts
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2019, 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Shopping, Snacks and Festive Crafts
Shop for everyone on your list at the Handcrafted Holiday Sale at Center for Community Arts. The sale brings together handmade ceramics, glass, jewelry, fiber arts, photography, prints, and much more – all by Community Arts teaching artists and students. The first 50 shoppers on each day will receive a free tote bag!
Join us for an opening reception on Friday, December 6 as we kick off our Holiday Sale with an evening of drinks, appetizers, craft-making and entertainment!
Location:
Shadelands Art Center
111 N. Wiget Lane
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2019, 5:00 to 8:00PM
Opening Reception, Appetizers, Wine & Beer Tastings, Live Entertainment and Shopping
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2019, 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Shopping, Snacks and Festive Crafts
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2019, 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Shopping, Snacks and Festive Crafts
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