A few months ago I found out about an art retreat that was going to take place in Houston, Texas.
I was very happy to know that I will have the opportunity to finally meet and take classes with three artists that I admired their work a lot.
Adorn Me! was organized by Phoenix Rising Productions and I have to say they are the best.
The teachers come from various states and are the best in their field.
I signed up with three incredible artists to take classes.
Richard Salley was my first teacher and his class was incredible. The class was "Caught in a trap" and it was very fun.
I have been a big fan of his work and meeting him was an honor.
During his class I did fold forming for the first time and created three pieces.
My second teacher was Thomas Mann and his class was a two day workshop. His class was "The found object sandwich."
The class was intense and he was very patience and nice with all of us. He shared tips in a lot of techniques.
I have admired his work for a long time, I ADORE to create hearts and that was somethings that caught my attention about his work. It was a pleasure to be in his class.
My third teacher was Keith Lo Bue. He is the most creative and fun teacher ever. He was very nice and shared a lot of his knowledge. His class was "Back on the chain gang."
We worked with steel wire and created links to be able to make a chains or a bracelet. It was intense, we used heavy duty tools !! ;-). It was very fun .
During Adorn Me! we had a night for vendors and I was invited to show and sell my work there. I had an incredible time and met a lot of wonderful people. Susan Dilger was a big help for me and I will always thank her.
I am ready for Adorn Me! 2011 and maybe next time I may be teaching metal clay.
I will post more information and hope to see you there next year!!!
the set at the top is really gorgeous lorena! i had a total FAIL with bronz clay this weekend, lol
ReplyDeleteOMG That Thomas Mann pendant ROCKS! I want it sooo bad. ; (
ReplyDeleteWhat a great time you must have had. I'm very jealous. Might have to go next year!
Beautiful! The heart face looks like you. Did you draw/paint it? You must be a teacher's dream student, always producing masterpieces.
ReplyDeleteJeanette:
ReplyDeleteThank You !! ;-)
What happen with bronze clay??? Did not sinter?
Thank You Vickie and Lora !!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteVickie: I did not pain the face, I felt in LOVE with her when I saw her in a magazine. I totally forgot to bring my own images and attachments to Houston so I run to Michael's and found this magazine "Art Doll." I have to look for the artist name.
Lorena, that heart from Thomas Mann's workshop is awesome! I just showed it to my mom and she is in love too. Btw, you look gorgeous in that photo. Also, I just added a link to you blog from mine, don't know why I hadn't done that before.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ashley !!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteYou made such beautiful work! I love it all, sounds like the classes were great. You look so pretty.
ReplyDeleteGracias ! ;-)
ReplyDeleteSounds like an awesome retreat, & your pieces are gorgeous! :)
ReplyDeleteLorena, I enjoyed so much reading your post! I 'm very happy for you and the opportunity you had to take these classes! The pieces you 've made are spectacular!
ReplyDeleteHI Lore, your pieces turned out so beautifully. I love what you did in our Thomas Mann class, just gorgeous! And the pieces from Richard's class are awesome! Way to go Lorena. I love hearts too, can't get enough of them. Take care, Riki
ReplyDeleteThank You !!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteYes, you should be! I cannot wait either for the next retreat in 2011. But, until then I am busy...
ReplyDeleteI will be posting our class pictures soon, and I have some GREAT ones!
I love how your FOS turned out~beautiful!
And your Caught in a Trap pieces are so you and simply gorgeous!
I took two of Keith's classes, and was not disappointed. He is a doll isn't he?
Hola Diane !!! ;-)
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Happy to see you here !! I will be there next year if not teaching, I will be taking classes for sure!
Congrats on your beautiful work, Lorena - it was terrific meting you and getting to talk a bit over a meal. I'll be seeing you again, I have no doubt!
ReplyDeleteHola Keith !
ReplyDeleteThank You! I loved meeting you and talking a little more over a meal. ;-)
I will love to see you again and have another class with you.
Have a safe trip back home!
I love everything you made too Lorena! What fun you had!
ReplyDeleteCatherine