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Tara Locklear
- Female
- Raleigh, NC
- United States
- Blog Posts (1)
- Events (5)
- Groups (15)
- Photos (65)
- Photo Albums (7)
- Videos
Tara Locklear's Groups
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Tara Locklear's Photos
Latest Activity
Tara Locklear joined Lorena Angulo's group
Behind the Brooch
This exhibition focuses on a side of the brooch we usually do not pay much attention to: the back side. Our first look is naturally always trained at the front, but when we do take the time to look at the back of a brooch, it will oftentimes reveal a surprising aspect for us, a delightful little secret. With this exhibition, I would like to let you in on that secret, something that typically only the maker and the wearer know about. I hope you will enjoy with me this selection of brooches by…See More
Tara Locklear joined Melissa Walter's group
Artist Interviews-Where are you going? Where have you been? How did you get there?
About this blog--As a recent graduate and currently in a one-year residency the question of what’s next and how to get there is always on my mind. For this blog I will be interviewing artists who have taken varying paths and pursued different careers in or out of the arts to see what they are doing now and the steps they took to get there. Special Note--I want this to be a way to share how we are all trying to figure out the paths to what’s next and where to go, not answers or things to do, but…See More
Tara Locklear joined Liz Steiner's group
SNAG Conference 2012 Phoenix
Jillian Moore and Liz Steiner blog the events of the 2012 SNAG Conference "The Heat is On!", happening May 23-26, in Phoenix, AZ.See More
Tara Locklear posted an event
SNAG 2012 FInal Night First Annual LIVE AUCTION at The Westin Keirland Resort and Spa
May 26, 2012 from 8pm to 11pm
Get a piece of history - Get a piece of excellence...Featuring the work of this year's SNAG Life Time Achievement recipient, J. Fred Woell accompanied by the works of Mary Ann Scherr, Brent Kington, Arline Fisch and Imogene "Tex" Gieling. Auction will be held on Saturday, May 26th @ 8pm at the SNAG 2012 Phoenix Conference Final Dinner and Dance Party You do not want to miss this event!!!See More
Profile Information
- Where do you live ? City, State and Country
- raleigh, nc
- Place of Work ? Example: Studio, College, Gallery, Museum, ...)
- studio
- I am a .... Example: Student, Maker, Educator, etc.
- i am a studio artist in raleigh, nc.
- Your website, DIRECT flickr or DIRECT facebook links where your work can be seen.
- http://www.taralocklear.com
- Describe your media/materials you work with
- glass, jewelry, metals, mixed media, plastic, wood, other
- If "other" - what media do you work with?
- concrete, cement, found objects,leather
Tara Locklear's Blog
The Lighter Side with EGW - Steel, Enamel, Decals
Posted on October 24, 2011 at 1:24pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Comment Wall (11 comments)
- At 7:54am on March 28, 2013,
Brigitte Martin said… Thank you very much for your membership payment and support of crafthaus. Your membership is valid through April 15, 2014
Enjoy crafthaus. Participate often!
- At 2:31am on May 7, 2011,
Colleen Baran said… - Lovely to e-meet you here!
- At 8:19pm on April 12, 2011,
Dha-Mee Hahn said… - yes yes yes! We need to trade rings!
- At 2:41pm on January 20, 2011,
Ashley Brodie said… Hi Tara,
I included a photo of your work in today's blog.
http://ashleybrodiejewelry.blogspot.com/
xo
Ashley
- At 3:51pm on September 11, 2010,
Vincent Pontillo said… - Tara congratulations on being a featured artist! Your work is phenomenal :)
- At 12:27pm on September 11, 2010,
The Justified Sinner said… - Congratulations on the front page!
- At 10:29am on July 25, 2010,
Amanda Outcalt said… - Tara,
No charms for me, sadly. I have been way to busy this summer to be in the studio. I will let you know the next time I will be in Greenville! We need to get together.
- At 4:30pm on July 19, 2010,
Montserrat Lacomba said… - Thanks for accepting!
Your jewels are very special.
- At 9:54am on July 18, 2010, Amanda Outcalt said…
- Yay for featured artist Tara Locklear! I miss you! What's going on with you? Virginia is still good... miss all you metalsmiths in NC though
- At 9:10pm on June 27, 2010,
Mary Hallam Pearse said… - Very cool to see you here!
Deadline to apply: August 15, 2013
Latest Activity
"I have started in on a new idea that I'm pretty excited about. However, I've been preoccupied with job application deadlines and a kids summer camp I'm helping with. I hope to have several new pieces incorporating steel by the end of…"
Mark Fenn - Studiofenn's discussion was featuredCall for Artists : The British are Coming!
Call for Artists: THE BRITISH ARE COMINGWork: Mark Fenn, Salt and pepper shakers made in 912 Silver. Gold & Ruthenium plated.Dimensions: height 100mm x width 50mm. Maker: Mark Fenn © 2011Image: Mike Blissett 2012 Call for Artists: THE BRITISH ARE COMINGThis is a call for Silversmiths who currently reside and practice…See More
alice simpson's discussion was featuredHUNGER
H U N G E RWith diet as a way of life for many in our culture, we’ve been taught that one should Eat to Live. We've forgotten that from the 18th through the early 20th century, being fat was a sign of health, prosperity, and an attraction at a time when food was scarce and many went hungry. Hunger, in all its…See More
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"From Autumn 2013 the Goldsmiths’ Centre’s offer for post graduates is changing. Our exciting, new Setting Out programme isn’t a taught programme. We’re helping you the move from college to career by offering brand new…"
Erika Uzmann's discussion was featuredBUCKLE UP: BELT BUCKLES BEYOND FUNCTION
'Dowry Belt' by Jessica ToddBUCKLE UP: BELT BUCKLES BEYOND FUNCTION The belt buckle has long been a functional object. It has only been since the early 20th century that it has truly become a fashion statement. This exhibition will feature a collection of contemporary, hand crafted belt buckles that really examine what this…See More
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"Dear Rebecca,
Do you know a promising new art jewelry talent? Have you told them about the 2013 AJF Artist Award for an Emerging Jeweler? Perhaps you qualify? Time is running out to submit your application.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: June 30,…"
Kalika Bowlby added a discussion to the group Earth/Energy: NCECA 2013
Interviewing NCECA 2013 Emerging Artist Linda Swanson
NCECA 2013 Emerging Artist Linda Swanson makes us think about ceramic materials in a new and dynamic way. Her installation, site specific, fired and unfired work all has an emphasis on time, material and transformation. Linda generously shared her time and thoughts with me about her current studio practice and the path that has led her there. I hope you enjoy this interview with Linda Swanson. You can see more of her work at: …See More
New blog ...
Showing Publicly and Building a Legacy Privately
- by Rebecca Rose. 2013, SNAG/crafthaus Scholarship Recipient
For the next 13 months we'll discuss the trials, triumphs, and tribulations of exhibiting in art shows as emerging artists and established artists. Exhibition coverage will be balanced with tips on how to strategically build a legacy over a length of time, in a way that makes sense to your individual goals as an artist and maker.
Join us each month! There will be surprises around every corner, with photos, videos, SNAG conference coverage, and occasional interviews by rising artists!
New: Indiegogo Campaign to bring US jewelry to Europe!
Please support this effort:
A group of 10 young US jewelry artists will attend Sierrad this Fall showing their work to the European market - and bringing back exciting info for all of us!
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