Creative Quote of the Day

I love this quote and think it really applies to working with glass or any other raw material. "The creative process is a process of surrender,not control"

Julia Cameron

New Beads

I would like to thank (again) Jacqueline Parkes for her wonderful new tutorial. I have created a new style from some of the techniques and glass combinations in her tut. Here's a sample!

Inspiration Quote of the Day

I like this one....
Your imagination is your preview of life's coming attractions.
Albert Einstein

New Bracelet

This is my interpretation of the Frederick Winthrop Ramsdell poster presented by Art Bead Scene blog's monthly challlenge. I love the poster as I am a huge fan of Alphonse Mucha, one of Ramsdells mentors.I had alot of fun with this piece!

Inspirational Quote of the Day..

"The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes."
Marcel Proust

Creativity

Finding your creative muse is sometimes difficult.Creativity is not just about coming up with a great idea or thinking outside the box.This is an excerpt from Barbara Bowen,creativity coach.
"Creativity is often misunderstood to be an act of the ego and intellect. In truth, the Creative Process is fundamentally a spiritual one. When the imagination is in flight, we are moved to give form to this inner life. Creating charges us with energy. We are grounded in our bodies, yet the creative act takes us beyond ourselves. We exit the world of reacting and enter the delicious world of creating, where we lose track of time. By acting, we bring spirit into matter. By acting, we love our creations into being. And Creativity is vital for well-being, not just for artists and arts professionals, but for everyone, in their own way. When we engage our Creativity, we engage our spirituality."

Grab Bags

I was reading Rena Klingenberg's newsletter this morning and I came across this post about jewelry grab bags.I think it is a great idea for home shows and a perfect way to move older product.
http://www.home-jewelry-business-success-tips.com/jewelry-grab-bags.html