VSA-TN Auction

What does an autographed football from Don Shula, an autographed fiddle from Charlie Daniels, tickets to your favorite theme park and gift cards to your favorite restaurant have in common? You can find them on the VSA online auction.


For the next 2 weeks, VSA Tennessee's weekly will focus on our online auction. This auction is our only fund raiser for general operating support.

An update of high bids and photos can be found on the web site at www.vsatn.org under "news"".

Check out items #64, 84, and 94 for items from our studio.

VSA-TN Auction

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Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority and Arts & Culture Alliance Present “Arts in the Airport”

Opening Reception: Tuesday, November 8, at 5:00 PM

The Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority (McGhee Tyson Airport) and the Arts & Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville are pleased to present “Arts in the Airport”, a new exhibition featuring selected artwork from over 45 artists in the East Tennessee region. “Arts in the Airport” was developed to allow regional artists to compete and display work in the most visited site in the area. The selected art features contemporary 2- and 3-dimensional artwork and will be exhibited in the secured area behind McGhee Tyson Airport’s security gate checkpoint from October 28, 2011 – April 19, 2012 with an opening reception on Tuesday, November 8, at 5:00 PM.

“Many aspects of this year's Arts in the Airport exhibition program are noteworthy: the sheer number of entries and participating artists (626 works by 156 artists); the high percentage of works in photography; and the range and character of the entries,” says juror Dorothy Habel, Professor of Art History and Director of the School of Art at the University of Tennessee. “In reviewing these entries, I was especially impressed and excited by the deep commitment of artists in our region to creating the works of art themselves.”

“The Arts in the Airport program has been a tremendous success, and we look forward to the opening of our newest exhibition,” said Howard Vogel, Chairman of the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority’s Board of Commissioners. “Each of the featured pieces is a reflection of the amazing artist work found only in our unique region. The exhibition is our way of welcoming people to our community and showcasing its passions, creativity, and craftsmanship.”

The following artists’ works will be shown:

+ Becky Weaver of ALCOA

+ Denice Bizot of CHATTANOOGA

+ Tad Moore of CHUCKEY

+ Sarah B. Weber of CORRYTON

+ Keith Dotson and Russell Schubert of CROSSVILLE

+ Cathy Horner of JOHNSON CITY

+ Travis Watson of KINGSTON

+ Ashley Addair, Greg Daiker, Nick DeFord, Bailey Earith, Diane Fox, Elaine Fronczek, Nathaniel Galka, Leslie A. Grossman, Jonathan Hash, Dawn Kunkel, Emmy Lingscheit, Ashton Ludden, Beauvais Lyons, Tom McDaniel, Sarah McFalls, Guen Montgomery, Althea Murphy-Price, Jane Nickels, Daniel Ogletree, David Pease, Clifton Riley, Wendy Seaward, Denise Stewart-Sanabria, Steve Swenor, Emily Taylor, Marilyn Avery Turner, Richard Whitehead, and Koichi Yamamoto of KNOXVILLE

+ Barry McManus of LOUISVILLE

+ Shirley Brown, Carl Gombert, Vickie Kallies Lee, and Denise Madison of MARYVILLE

+ Phillip Lanier Carter and Ron Plasencia of MORRISTOWN

+ John Edwin May of OAK RIDGE

+ J. Luman Dial of TOWNSEND

+ Laurie Szilvagyi of VONORE

A gallery of images may be viewed at www.knoxalliance.com/album/airport_fall11.html.

The Arts & Culture Alliance, with assistance from Dorothy Habel, juried the exhibition with final approval by the Airport Authority. Prizes include $1,000 in awards to be announced at the reception on Tuesday, November 8, at 5:00 PM (awards ceremony at 6:00 PM). For more information, please contact the Arts & Culture Alliance at (865) 523-7543, or visit www.knoxalliance.com.

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I'll be at this show and look forward to seeing you!!!

Bailey

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The Tennessee Artisan Market at The Renaissance Center invites all interior designers, interior design students, lighting professionals, artists and the general public to a free Interior Design Event and Lecture on Friday, October 7^th, 6::30 pm. The event will start with a lecture and presentation on “Light Revealing Design” by Amy Laughead-Riese, LC, the President and principal lighting designer for 37 Volts Light Studio, LLC in Cincinnati, Ohio. Amy will discuss techniques designers can use to reveal their design, including how to use light to defy gravity, melt architecture, or influence behavior. She will also address how to successfully accomplish good lighting design by keeping in mind budgets, energy codes and alternative light sources. In addition, she will discuss “Lighting Focal Points”, lighting characteristics to be considered when lighting paintings and sculpture, of interest to artists and interior designers alike.

After Amy’s presentation in the large lecture hall, we will have a Meet & Greet reception in the Tennessee Artisan Market at around 7:30 pm. Several of the Tennessee Artisan Market artists will be on hand to answer questions about their work. In addition, there will be an opening reception for three new art exhibits at The Renaissance Center by artists who are also represented in the Tennessee Artisan Market: Encaustic painter and designer Judy Klich, Memphis artist Donna Blackard and Mixed-media artist Sarah Stob. The 13^th Annual Renaissance Regional Art Exhibit will also be on display. For more information contact Bob Kucher, Director of Fine Arts, (615) 740-5565, Bob.Kucher@rcenter.org.

Directions: The Renaissance Center is located just 35 minutes from downtown Nashville in Dickson, TN. Directions: Take I-40 West. 4 Exits past Bellevue, exit 172. Turn right onto Highway 46. Go about 2 ½ miles. The Renaissance Center will be on your right.

The Tennessee Artisan Market opened in December, 2010 and features art, crafts and handmade goods exclusively by Tennessee artisans. With over 120 participating artists, representing all areas of the state, the market is a showcase for the creative community and a great resource for those interested in purchasing art and fine crafts.

The Renaissance Center is a state-of-the-art facility for fine arts, performing arts, media production, technology and education. The center includes several art galleries, the Gaslight Dinner Theatre, the Renaissance Players Community Theatre, the Tennessee Artisan Market and the CyberSphere Digital Theater. Support for the arts programs are from the Tennessee Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts.

The Renaissance Center, 855 Highway 46 South, Dickson, TN 37055

www.rcenter.org, (615) 740-5600, (615) 740-5572, (888) 700-2300

Bob Kucher

Senior Director of Fine Arts

The Renaissance Center

855 Hwy 46 South

Dickson, TN 37055

615-740-5565

Fax 615-740-5618

www.rcenter.org

www.therenaissancecenter.blogspot.com

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Feather Hair Extentions

Feather hair extensions are taking flight this summer!

While this hair trend echos the boho style of the '70s, it hasn't just returned, according to Hair Flairs Canada (custom hair extensions and accessories manufacturer) manager Trina Marr, it's taken over.

"Technology has coupled with an old idea and made it new. We're not looking like Pocahontas," Marr tells StyleList. "It's classy and a bit rock 'n' roll."

Faced with a rough economy, Marr believes that women were in search of a budget-friendly way to dress up their hair. Feather hair extensions are a fun and flirty alternative to costly highlights, and the appeal sparked a frenzy among stylists.

Hair stylist Joy La Rosa of the Sam Brocato Salon in SoHo has noticed that women are sitting down in her chair for natural hued feathers because it looks natural and organic.


GOOD NEWS!!! I'm offering natural hued feathers that have been naturally shed, at a bargain price. I will do hair extensions for $10 each or clip-ins for $15. If you'd like some or know of a location where I can set-up a booth, please contact me. Thanks.

Feather Hair Extentions

Win This Bowl (as you change the world)

Win This Bowl!!! Find out how at http://baileyfiberart.com/RussiaTrip.aspx

Win This Bowl (as you change the world)

Art classes at Renaissance center

Beginning Journal Making with Bailey Earith

Journals are a wonderful way to organize your thoughts, pictures, and mementos. They are extra special when you make them yourself. Join internationally-known fiber artist and instructor, Bailey Earith for this fun-filled class as we explore a variety of collage and book assembly techniques while we create uniquely personal journals. All materials will be provided. No experience is necessary, just a desire to have a good time and a willingness to learn. Supply fee of $20 is payable to the instructor on day of class.

ARTW8452 Fri June 17 10-noon 1-3pm $ 50


Energy Circles: Beginning Mandala Making with Bailey Earith

Mandalas (Energy Circles) are a powerful way to express oneself creatively while providing a centering, calming, positive energy. Students will be introduced to this ancient art form that can be found in Tibetan, Japanese, and Native American cultures. They will create their own mandala using an assortment of decorative papers, pens, and other materials. Join internationally-known fiber artist and instructor, Bailey Earith for this fun-filled class. All materials will be provided. No experience is necessary, just a desire to have a good time and a willingness to learn. Supply fee of $15 is payable to the instructor on day of class.

ARTW7550 Thur June 16 6-8pm $25

http://www.rcenter2.org

Art classes at Renaissance center

Free Artisan Demo at Renaissance cntr

When: Thursday, June 16, 2011 at 11:00
Where: Renaissance center, Dixon, TN

I will be demonstrating how I create fabric baskets. I will also be presenting the finished wall art from the Momentum Dance collaboration as well as the video.

I hope you can come join me.

PS: I will be teaching journal-making and Mandala-creating classes as well at the center. Details to follow.

http://www.rcenter2.org/

Free Artisan Demo at Renaissance cntr

Totes on Etsy

Just added some beautiful totes on etsy. http://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileyFiberArtStudio?ref=pr_shop

Totes on Etsy

Art exhibit at knox visitor cntr

I will have a display at the Knoxville Visitor's Center on Gay street. Saturday 1/2/11 from 2-5. I will be showing my latest works and will be demonstrating techniques. This event is free and open to the public. Please stop by.

Art exhibit at knox visitor cntr

ARTSY SHARK: Matching Artists with Corporate Buyers

By Carolyn Edlund

Online galleries are a dime a dozen, but certain ones really stand out

Joyce Creiger

Art Specifier.com is one of those sites. I talked to the woman behind this concept, Joyce Creiger, and found that she has a fascinating background, including many years of gallery and art consulting experience, and an impressive contact list. This adds up to a great potential for artists who want to sell into the corporate world and catch the eye of architects and interior designers in need of art for their clients.

Joyce started out back in the 1960’s with an art history degree and a job selling real estate. While raising twins, she got involved with starting the Danforth Museum in Framingham, Massachusetts – which flourishes today, housing its own collection and often featuring emerging artists. As a member of the acquisitions committee of the museum, she got her start in the business that would frame her career.

Combining art with real estate sales, Joyce launched her own business in 1972, becoming an art consultant before the term was coined. She sold this concept to artists, and compiled slides for the purpose of selling art to businesses, corporations and hotels. After approaching architectural designers, she sold artwork to major firms, and partnered with a friend to grow the business. This spun off into a large office space and gallery.

Reinventing her business in 1985, Joyce branched out to a national audience. Working with 3M, she created a laser disc catalog of art, with 54,000 images per side – a precursor to the vast internet art directories available today. Using the technology available at the time, Joyce created a database of artists’ images from galleries all over the United States. This system was rented by galleries who used it as an extended network of art available for their clients.

When digital became the technology of choice, her business model was turned on its head. Joyce began to look at where business was going in the future, and chose to pursue clientele in Arab countries. She worked extensively with hotels, hospitals and businesses in Saudi Arabia who were eager to snap up artwork presented by an expert with a huge offering that worked in upscale interiors.

Las Vegas was next – Joyce’s company provided art for almost every casino hotel on the strip, including the Luxor and Mandalay Bay. This also was a lucrative business, as she used her ability to match artists with interior spaces to great effect.

Always moving forward, Joyce Creiger has also been a painter, jewelry designer, nonprofit fundraiser, children’s book author, and upscale gallery owner. She has been ahead of the times with business concepts, and now presents an online website for artists to connect with interior designers, architects, and buyers for corporate art.

ArtSpecifier.com handles the work of artists in many mediums, for presentation to this market. Artists who apply are juried to ensure that their work is appropriate for the base of buyers looking to purchase. Joyce researches each applicant’s background and education before accepting them. She promotes not only the ArtSpecifier, but also individual artists to her base of over 4,000 designers and architects who have been given complimentary memberships to the site. She reaches almost 40,000 people through social networking as well.

Artists who are accepted pay a $100.00 annual membership fee to Artspecifier. The site is searchable, offering categories such as color, style, and new work. With a password, member artists and clients are able to access the site and its features. Currently over 150 artists are represented.

Is this the right vehicle for you to sell to the corporate market? Check out Artspecifier and see whether it’s a good fit for your work, and your business plan.

Reposted from http://www.artsyshark.com/

ARTSY SHARK: Matching Artists with Corporate Buyers