"I think I burned out early. I'm not used to being in a crowd scene that much and snuck away when I needed a break. We'll all meet up again, though, I'm sure!"
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This is the place to discuss everything to do with the Metal Clay World Conference at Hilton Chicago Indian Lakes Resort, July 14th - 16th 2011. Those of us going to the conference will keep everyone updated on what's happening through this group.
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Conference Events - Meet the Art Clay Masters
Started by Julia Rai. Last reply by Lorrene Baum-Davis Apr 26, 2011. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Just got an email from Art Clay World announcing an event during the Conference. From the email - "The Art Clay™ Master Instructors will gather for a meet–and–greet as well as to answer questions in…Continue
Pre Conference Classes
Started by Julia Rai. Last reply by Julia Rai Apr 20, 2011. 2 Replies 0 Likes
It'd be good to know what pre-conference classes people are attending. I'm booked on Gordon's Mixed Metal Spinning Prayer Bead class and Michael David Sturlin's Developing an Artistic Identity class.
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Comment by Sophia Georgiopoulou on July 14, 2011 at 11:13pm -
Thank you for reporting on the day, Julia!
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Comment by Lorena Angulo on July 14, 2011 at 11:04pm -
Thanks Julia !!
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Comment by Julia Rai on July 14, 2011 at 10:40pm -
Great opening day! Michael David Sturlin's keynote speech was thought provoking and set the tone for a full day of interesting workshops.
I attended surface decoration by Priscilla Vassao. She had some really interesting samples and videos of the techniques she used.
Then Mary Hettmansperger did a session about patinas. She's a great teacher and showed us some wonderful ways of adding colour to copper.
Judi Weers showed us how to fix problems with fired and unfired pieces.
The day finished with a presentation from Ryota and Dice from Aida about a new Mokume Gane technique they have developed. We saw some wonderful examples of this technique and everyone was very excited about it.
Last night's VIP reception is a bit of a blur - but I think a good time was had by all!
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Comment by Lorrene Baum-Davis on July 13, 2011 at 9:27am
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The laughter in my Keum-Boo workshop was a kind of, 'you had to be there sorta thing-y'.. I am loving all the hugs and warm friends and being around an incredible amount of creativity.
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Comment by Sophia Georgiopoulou on July 13, 2011 at 1:35am
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Having lots of fun without us :-)
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Comment by Lorena Angulo on July 12, 2011 at 7:10pm
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It sounds like you all are having a great time !! ;o)
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Comment by Julia Rai on July 12, 2011 at 6:36pm
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Great hilarity from Lorrene's class which was next to ours. I'll let her tell you the story but from our side of the wall it sounded like they were all crying with laughter, real hysteria! You don't expect that from a Keum Boo class...
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Comment by Julia Rai on July 12, 2011 at 6:34pm
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Another great day. Lots of people now arriving so the metal clay contingent is growing. Michael David Sturlin's class about developing an artistic identity had us all chewing our pencils! Lots of drawing and development of design ideas, I even made some small models out of Play-doh. Tomorrow we'll be going into making models in more detail.
Sorry though, no pictures, we had to sign an agreement not to show pictures of what we did.
The good news is that Gordon is on the mend. He's even posted on Facebook today so he must be feeling a bit better. Here's another picture of work produced in his class.
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Comment by Angela Baduel-Crispin on July 12, 2011 at 8:21am -
Gee, sorry to hear about Gordon. Hope he gets well enough to enjoy the rest of his time there. Send him my best. As well as a happy birthday to Katie ! Thanks for posting. Your piece looks great!
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Comment by Lorena Angulo on July 11, 2011 at 11:00pm
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Have Fun everyone !!!
Julia, thanks for sharing !!Hope Gordon feels better soon.
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Ford/Forlano Art Jewelry replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"John. I am sorry I did not meet you. My fault. I had a massively congested head and was floating around in a bit of a haze from it. I may have some thoughts on your thoughts if I can gather them. glad your writing them…"
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John Lunn replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"While, I'm offering some responses and feelings about the conference, it in no way diminishes the overall view that I really enjoyed it and thought it very worthwhile. All of the presentations and exhibits were valuable and help create a…"
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