Probably cuz I am not an artist.
Now I understand how Nels feels when he is waiting to find out how a particular show was and no one has written anything about it. Since I saw the whole show and there were undoubtedly artists who couldn't wander around as easily as I can, I'll tell you about it. (not that I haven't done that before, no one has ever accused me of being shy and retiring)
This is one of Amy's smaller shows. With one or two exceptions (can you say wooden watches?) it was a good quality show. Without looking at the program, it felt like there was more 2d than usual and it was good looking work. I didn't feel overwhelmed with jewelry either, something that can happen at an Amdur show. There was a noticeable lack of glass and ceramics but that pretty much gave my wallet a rest, something it needs about now.
It was an easy layout to follow so I don't think anyone really had a bad location. I don't know about load-in/out cuz I don't have to do those things, I just load up when the opportunity arises. I saw lots of the Amdur green shirts running around as usual. They are a very effective color because they are not easily missed but at the same time they don't look offensive. And it was a good thing you could find the green shirts because as has been the case all summer long, it was unbearably hot once again. This has to be getting on the artists' nerves because the heat is hurting attendance and buying more than the economy. The textile artists have to be the most upset cuz who tries on clothes when the ones they have on are stuck like a second skin.
The best thing about the show was I got to meet more AFI'ers. Patti and Bob Stern were there and having had some success over the last few weeks, Bob was proudly showing his latest creation. He has a wicked imagination and turns out some wonderful whimsical pieces. Across from them was Jim Parker who I finally got to meet. His lovely work brings back gentler nicer times, a nice respite from all the budget battles in DC. Down the cross street was Paul Zerjay and his beautiful wood pieces. I am not sure how he makes some of them, they are knock-outs. I enjoyed visiting with him. A few booths down from him was Mary Johnston, who when I spoke with her about her work last week, I didn't realize she was an AFI'er. How she paints a relaxing scene while still infusing it with deep, gorgeous color is a mystery to me but her work is wonderful. I heard she sold a good size piece on Sunday so I hope that helped make her weekend a success.
I met new jewelers (to me anyway), Vetro Caldo Designs and their new line is stunning. I intend to take a closer look at Port Clinton.
I know there were a few other AFI'ers there but it was getting too hot for the 4 legged companion to be out in the heat and my husband wanted to find some a/c also so we left sooner than I would have liked.
So there you have it, another solid show with detrimental weather. Sunshine is not always a positive.
So we head into August with two of Amdur's best shows coming up plus Morning Glory in Milwaukee and a few others. Good thing the Congress settled this debt ceiling thingy cuz I have to raise mine now. It is going to be a fun month.
Ok guys, Nels wants to know if anyone sold anything at this festival.
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Hi Geri!
It was good to meet you and thank you for the nice review of my work! I too will see you at Lincolnshire!
And yes, I sold the trees with the magenta background :)
So this blog probably looks a little familiar for those of you who got past the title. I am the one who asked Connie to remove the original post with the unfortunate title. I am not being censored in any way, this just wasn't worth people getting upset about it.