Brook White is a talented glass artist and the owner/operator of Flame Run, a contemporary glass art studio in Louisville, KY.   Brook considers the art of glass-blowing as a pure and simple magical experience. The physical aspect of working the glass and the fire captured his imagination from the very beginning. He realized soon after he began exploring the endless possibilities of glass art that he wanted to pursue this passion full-time. Flame Run puts out a monthly eNewsletter that will be featuring short, informational articles about glass and working with glass, so make sure you sign up for this if you want to pursue glass work. Untitled Brook received the Al Smith Fellowship from the Kentucky Arts Council in 1998, and is also a juried... [Read more]

The Harvard Museum of Natural History has recently put on display 19 of the University’s collection of over 400 marine models– a mini-exhibit within the museum. The case is in the Treasures of Nature and Science gallery. Here are two gorgeous examples of glass models by Rudolph and Leopold Blaschka, created near Dresden, Germany in the late 19th century. Mary Blue Magruder, director of communications at the museum writes that many people who are familiar with Harvard University’s Ware Collection of ‘Glass Flowers’ do not know about the glass animals and are excited to learn about the Blaschkas’ earlier work.   For those who haven’t seen the Glass Flowers, this unique combination of artistry and science is truly a revelation. As... [Read more]

Cathie Filian: Cathie is holding a charity dog costume & book auction. All the costumes were handmade by Cathie and featured in her book Bow Wow WOW! The proceeds benifit the Humane Society. Craftside-A behind-the-scenes peek at a crafty world Craftside has tutorials on how to make two punk rock scarves one with yarn and one with fabric, info on participating in the Good Mail Day Challenge, One Person’s Oddity and a Polaroid Postcard design, a bunch of mixed element jewelry and tips on laying a pattern out on plaid fabric. Crafty Princess Diaries Tammy talks about booth set ups for art shows as well as trade shows. Cross Stitch at About.com One of Connie’s friends is really big into Egyptian history and culture, so... [Read more]

Annie Morhauser is the founder and artist behind Annieglass, a leader in producing luxury, handcrafted glassware. She creates “art for the table,” and is honored to have pieces included in the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Annie sticks with a timeless elegant style, and her pieces are very durable, distinguishing them from many handmade glass pieces. Greenieglass Votives Launched this year, this is the very first “green” collection from Annieglass, made from 100% recycled glass and gold. Made through an innovative glass recycling process, the salvaged scrap glass is stacked and heated to very high temperatures, creating an alabaster type of glass with a texture unlike any other Annieglass product. The Greenieglass... [Read more]

The peeled paper technique can be used to create a textured area on any collage.  You’ve got to select very heavy paper for this technique: extra-heavy watercolor paper or hand made papers are generally best.  If the paper is heavy enough, you can create multiple peeled layers in each spot.  With the 300 lb watercolor paper I chose, only one peeled layer was possible without risking breaking through the backing. Psalm 63: 6-8 On my bed I remember you; I think of you through the watches of the night. Because you are my help, I sing in the shadow of your wings. My soul clings to you; your right hand upholds me. Step by step instructions Materials and Tools Heavy watercolor paper Silicone-based spray wax Acrylic paints Mulberry paper Verse... [Read more]