One of my favorite things to do when we travel is to search out artworks by local artisans.
My favorite find was this beautiful, dimensional raku pottery wall hanging by Jack Kromer. I love how the cracks from the raku firing resemble the wrinkles of time, and all of the tiny little stars are wonderful accents. I also love the name of the piece - Sage Comet.
At the same gallery I found these fun little pottery magnets, which I think are by Amy Braig Lindstrom. We also admired the beautiful stained glass pieces by Mark Stevens and the fun figurative clay faces by Denise Greenwood.
On Saturday in Viroqua, Wisconsin, we visited a Farmer's Market where many people were selling all sorts of interesting foods and crafts. There were quite a few Amish families selling a wide variety of handmade baskets. I found this great purple accented silverware basket, which was handmade by the Daniel J. Gingerich family of Viroqua (it is inscribed on the bottom ... love that). I really enjoy art that is both beautiful and functional. It's perfect for holding my punches and scissors.
Thank you so much for 'taking me along' on your trip! So much beauty and wonder everywhere...
DH took me up (~10,000 ft) to Fairplay,CO, recently. A special treat was the 'meeting' of beaders and other jewelry artisans. I bought a stunning Raku pendant made by Sue Laupp of 'Fire in Belly Raku' in Guffey, CO. Sue was one of several artists we enjoyed getting acquainted with.
...sorta getting used to your new look... www.splitcoaststampers.com/go/not2old2stamp
Posted by: Joyce Munro | October 24, 2007 at 10:47 AM
"sage comet" is definitely one of the best art names i have heard in a long time! (it's cool LOOKING, as well!)
Posted by: lauren | October 26, 2007 at 07:33 AM
It's exciting having my artwork "discovered". The "Sage Comet" was inspired by the passing Hale-Bop comet fo the 90's. It was a loose sketch on a post-it until my wife convinced me to sculpt it. It is one of my favorite pieces in my "celestial" series. Thanks for all the kind words...they too are inspirational to me! Jack Kromer, www.kromerart.com
Posted by: Jack F. Kromer | May 19, 2008 at 08:44 AM