2013 Maine Art Scene Magazine virtual gallery
May 27, 2013
Maine Art Scene Magazine is an online magazine and virtual meeting place for artists and buyers alike. Its also a fabulous resource for galleries looking for talented new artists as well as established artists…the last few years, Maine Art Scene has put together an online, virtual gallery.
It is a brilliant idea.
It is a juried show and Designs Adrift was one of the chosen artists to include – the piece titled Zephyr, was chosen not only as part of the exhibit, but also as the ‘cover’ page for the gallery ‘showcase’…I am honored – to say the least!
Do be sure to check out all the other incredibly talented Maine artists as well as the incredible job Maine Art Scene has done creating this online virtual gallery…well done!
Go here to view the entire exhibit.
What do you think?
march is nearing its’ end
March 26, 2013
While I’ve been absent these past few weeks (from here), my mind has been consumed with new projects, new places and the wondering of where does the time go? March is nearing its’ end and while that means warmer weather is all the more closer, it also means the business of summer is only a short time away…shows, wood collecting, busy beaches and summer visitors! So much to look forward to and so much to do.
A new shop, K * collette, in Portland Maine, has inquired about carrying a piece or two – this is a very exciting prospect as we do not (yet, that is) have a retail connection in Maine and this shop seems to be a very good match…we’ll see what comes of it…
Down East Magazine has included our coffee tables in their April issue, under the title of ‘Things you must have for your beach house’ – while it’s not on newsstands yet, subscribers have already received their issue and inquiries are coming in – always a good sign!
And last week we attended the Architectural Digest Show in NYC – we wanted to check it out and see if it would be a good show to participate in – and it most certainly would be! The exhibitors (artists) we spoke with were not only talented, they were friendly, helpful and very encouraging…because when you are planning on investing not only a lot of money, but a lot of time into a show, you want to be surrounded by like-minded others as well as surrounded by interested and serious buyers – both of which we experienced while visiting the show. This show is now on our ‘goals’ list for next year.
This year we are exhibiting in the Maine Craft Guild on Mount Desert Island in late July – last year was a great success and many fabulous connections (and friendships) were made so we submitted to the jury earlier this year and we were accepted!
Time is fleeting and good planning is necessary when working for oneself in an art based business…so while I may have been absent from this space, I’ve not stopped thinking or planning for the future of Designs Adrift…
What would you like to see made from driftwood?
Gallery Opening
August 14, 2012
A few pieces have been delivered to the Rick Fleury Showroom in New Bedford Massachusetts – a newly opened gallery we are excited to be a part of…stay tuned for the opening and check out the space here.
More works on the way…
Maine Craft Guild Show – 2012
July 31, 2012
We have had a very busy and exciting weekend this past weekend…we exhibited in the Maine Craft Guild Juried Art Show on Mount Desert Island. It was fabulous. We met so many talented artists and incredible people. The area is absolutely stunning and the weather was perfect for an inside show. Many new contacts were made and lots of positive feedback given – our booth was abuzz all weekend. Martha Stewart stopped by and took a few photographs of Zephyr (shell and driftwood assemblage); this piece was the hit of the show. It garnered attention from nearly everyone who walked by…subsequently, it did sell, as did a number of other works…
Thank you to everyone who helped us with the show – quite the undertaking to say the least, especially with a two year old in the mix…packing, driving (three hours one way), unpacking, setting-up, moving into our ‘home’ for the long weekend and then doing it all over again – well, we couldn’t have done it without help – so Thank you all again!
The weekend was a great success and we’re already looking forward to next year!
Little man patiently waiting at home to pack and load the side tables…
Finn decided to play us a bit of music on his harmonica while waiting for us to unpack…
Rides o’ plenty on the dolly…
Our booth set-up and ready for opening night!
The booth was abuzz all weekend…
Michael showing Zephyr…
Thanks again to everyone who helped make the show a success and a big thanks to our new clients! Enjoy.
Maine Art Scene
March 13, 2012
We are excited to be a part of this years juried online gallery for the ‘Maine Art Scene’. A Maine Arts and Culture online magazine.
Maine Art Scene represents artists working in a variety of mediums throughout the state of Maine. It is a wonderful resource for artists, buyers and lovers of art. Each year the jury accepts submissions to be considered for their year long virtual exhibition – and our floor lamp, ‘Reversing Falls’ was chosen to be included!
Check it out along with many other incredibly talented Maine artists
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