Marketing Classes at Sundust Gallery

My husband, Tim and I have been taking Marketing classes at Sundust Gallery in Mesa.  I have one class left in the series, and can't wait for the days to pass until I am there again. 

Ron Floyd is the owner of the gallery and is EXTREMELY knowledgable on the ins and outs of marketing art.  I work with metal clay, and my husband is a photographer... we have both been impressed with the useful information Ron has shared with us.  What he is teaching is good for any type of artist.

I recommend this series of classes to any artist who wants to improve their business savvy, their image, or branding.  The link to the Sundust Gallery website is included, so you can learn more about the class offerings.

http://www.sundustgallery.com/

Web Photography

I have never been totally satisfied with the quality of pictures Tim and I take for our web and etsy sites.  They are acceptable, and people get a good idea of what I have created, but what I want is to be able to upload pictures that make them drool. 

If you have spent any time looking at the products listed on etsy, you know what I mean.  Some people are able to take pictures that make their products look fantastic.  You look at the picture, and fall in love with the product instantly.  That is what I want. 

Tim and I spent time with a professional photographer yesterday.  We  hoped that he could teach us some new techniques.

I learned a lot.  The main thing, for good close-ups of small things (like jewelry), he recommended using a macro lens.   Actually, he said the ONLY way to take great pictures of small things is to use a macro lens.  I have a Sony Cybershot ... and Tim does not own a macro lens.  This explains why our pictures have not been fantastic.

Gypsy Cart!!!

More excitement!     I have joined with Jeannie Cox from Jean's Beads to "Go Retail"... at Bead Rhapsody in the Power Square Mall. This is just the first stage of our display... it is a work in progress. We are going for the "Gypsy Cart" look.

 

ArtSpace on Sixth

Today was the last day of the Steampunk Art Show at ArtSpace on Sixth.  Talking to the owners, the show was a success.  I figured it would be.  Steampunk enthusiasts are a lot of fun, and would go a long way to celebrate or view their genre. 

I feel honored to have my pieces on display in such a neat gallery.  The building is not only a gallery, but houses several studios where - if you are lucky - you can catch a few artists at work.

The owner, Davin is a photographer who has captured samples of the various artists and displays them on his website. This is the address to his website if you would like to browse.  http://www.artspaceonsixth.com/index.htm

Pictures from the Steampunk Spectacular

I have been in two Steampunk Art Shows in the past two weeks, and am getting a lot of questions on Steampunk. My personal interpretation is ... a combination of Victorian Romance, Steam Technology, and Science Fiction/Fantasy.  It is the world today as it might have been if steam continued to be used to power machines.  Think of the "Wild, Wild, West" television show ... or Jules Vernes' technological creations.

Pictures from the Steampunk Spectacular that was held at Evermore Nevermore in Mesa on Feb 12 & 13 ... these are a few examples of what the artists have created:

Steampunk Hat by Brose Brothers; Flying Machine by Ed Schenck; Steampunk Light Saber by William Mullins 

 

 

And of course... the jewelry.

 

Ed Schenck's "Steampunk Art Show" at ArtSpace on Sixth

Come see my Steampunk Jewelry…

Ed Schenck's Steampunk Art Show
February 15th through the 28th

Artist Reception and Tea Social, February 18th, 6:00pm to 9:00pm THIS THURSDAY!

Picture an alternate world where stream driven technology dominates all aspects of an uncertain future from art to weapons and fashion.

Artspace will be showing Steampunk Influenced artwork and fashion from local artists.

ArtSpace on Sixth
7127 E 6th Ave Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Parking: Parking will be tight on the streets. There is a large underground public parking garage just below Tutto and Metro Restaurants at 6th Ave and Stetson and a 4 story garage just south of Nordstrom’s at Fashion Square right by Olive and Ivy. Artspace is just south of the canal bridge.

Steampunk Kinda Week!

The Friday night Steampunk Spectacular was a success!!!  I could not believe how many people turned out!  There were times when you could not move because of all the people.  

I met so many Steampunk artists and fans... one of the fans is MINE!!!  (I did not know I had one!) 
She has bought three of my pieces (so far!)  She was wearing an Eye Jewelry ring on Friday.  Melissa... thank you for being my first fan.

I also met Davin from "Artspace on Sixth" in Scottsdale.  A really nice man who is hosting a Steampunk Show in his art studio for the next two weeks.  I set up my display yesterday.   He is hosting the opening of the exhibit this Thursday.   Check it out if you can.  The studio is huge (7700 square feet of art!)  It is in the Old Town Scottsdale area, right off of Scottsdale Road. 

In case you are interested...

Ed Schenck's "Steampunk Art Show"
February 15th through the 28th

Artist Reception and Tea Social, February 18th, 6:00pm to 9:00pm




OMG... I just realized how easy that blog was.  I have progressed.  :)