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AUGUST 2009
blue
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Bright blue summer flowers inspire Arlington-based ceramic artist, Jessica Phillips, one of the Guild's
newer members.
"Cobalt Clematis Vine Bud Vase" and "Cobalt Peony Vase" are shining
examples of Phillips' intricate technique. These vessels, thrown on a
wheel, are allowed to dry to a leather hard state, at which point
cobalt slip is applied. After the slip has dried for a few days,
Phillips carves free-hand designs into the surface of her pieces, which
allows the underlying clay color to emerge, an integral part of the
overall design. The pieces are then left to air-dry for about two more
weeks. The pieces can then be bisque-fired, glazed, and fired again,
this time to a higher temperature.
Weaver Paula LaPorte is introducing
two new belt baskets. One is a canvas tote, which is just right for
carrying important papers to work. The other is a boldly colored wall
basket sure to brighten the bleakest day. LaPorte crafts her baskets
and purses from "found" materials, and many visitors to the Guild are
already familiar with her charming inventions woven from belts or
neckties.
Gayle and Lars
Garrison, llama farmers who weave and knit from the llama yarn they
produce, are featuring a knitted blue baby set. It may be warm now, but
any new baby will love the softness of llama when the weather turns
cooler.
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monday, wednesday,
thursday, friday, saturday
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tuesday
exhibit archives
July 2009: red, white and blue
June 2009: black and white
May 2009: turquoise
April 2009: purple
March 2009: green
February 2009: red
January 2009: metallics
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