13 August 2010

Gallery Q Exhibit Opens TONIGHT!


'Black White Red Monoprint' from Roberta Lane and Julsbeads - yummy!

Wish you all were here.

No, really. I wish you were.
I can see clearly now with 'After the Storm' by Ann Waisbrot

You have all been so excited for me and supportive that I can't help but feel giddy. And blessed. Truly, deeply blessed by your friendship. Because I have the BEST followers on the planet! Plus those of you who do this too would totally understand the blood, sweat and more than a few tears that went into all of this. I can sigh with relief, but that is really just taking a deep breath for the next big thing.

Twisting, twirling pen and ink by MaryEllen Pollock and the beads by Dora Schubert

I rushed over yesterday and took some really {craptastic} photos of the displays. These will at least give you an idea of the lay of the land.

'Safekeeping' by Ellie Honl flanked by Lola and Bessie standing guard of all things precious

I was really surprised {and pleased} that I could take up more than just one window. I have almost the entire front half of the gallery. {Squee!}

The window grabs 'em and beckons them in with 'Loose Goose' by Brenda Wenberg and Kerry Bogert's magnificent beads!

The Suzuki Institute is on campus here at the UW-Stevens Point this week and that is the reason that I already have ~$800++ in sales since Tuesday. One woman from Maine {Maine!} bought 8 pieces for sales of nearly $600. {That woman will be getting her own box of chocolates when I mail them to her at the close of the show!} I am hoping she comes back. And brings friends.

'Siljan Glade' by Ann Singsaas and the inspiration pieces (great flash photography!)

I will hopefully have more pictures of the event {if I can find someone willing to take them} that I can share with you next week.

'Bittersweet' by Ann Singsaas with vines climbing everywhere

But between my 2 hour massage this morning {thanks, Al!} and my hair appointment in about an hour, I felt the need to MAKE MORE JEWELRY. Unfortunately, I don't think there can ever been enough. {Don't worry, I only managed two very simple pieces. But I am bringing them with just in case. }

'Lookin' Good' by Brenda Wenberg and a colorful interpretation called 'It's a Riot'

Thanks for all your well wishes, your birthday shout outs and your deep appreciation for what I have done with this show. It means the world to me!

Tulips and butterflies with Ann Waisbrot and Jen Selwyn

If you could have a party in your honor, what would you serve?
Who would be there?
Where would you hold it?

Do tell!


That's me in the window with 'Red Ponies' by Ann Singsaas
Enjoy the day!

43 comments:

Cynthia said...

Erin,
Your exhibit looks fantastic, so interesting, so fabulous! Congratulations! Enjoy your moment - you worked so hard for it, and so deserve it!!
Makes me wish I were in WI right now!

peacockfairy said...

WOW! The gallery looks awesome! Wish I could be there.... good luck tonight! It's going to be great!

MJO said...

Erin,
This looks simply WONDERFUL!!!!!
They did a superb job with the displays and props complimenting your pieces. (Did you have to provide all the stands?)
Great about the sales, too.
Wishing you many more.
s

sandi m said...

Erin,
Ha - I'm at a friend's house and my comment (mjo) will look like it is from her....but it's really from me!!
sandi m

Mellisa said...

Congrats on so much in sales already (not that I'm surprised since the pieces you've shown are stunning)! Good luck with the opening :)

sasha + max studio said...

Erin you did it! We followers are very proud - the gallery and your work looks fantastic and I wish we could be there. I would love to have a party to meet all my blogland friends (a bit hard when I live 24hr plane trip away). It wouldn't really matter what was served as we'd all be too busy talking, although some nice bubbly woud be good. All the best with the show - you don't need luck wishes :)

mairedodd said...

first of all, happy birthday! and enjoy this most amazing night... it looks incredible! so very many hours are represented in all of that work - that alone is staggering - add to it that each piece is beautiful, intentional and heartfelt - and came forth from your skill and imagination... really erin, revel in it tonight... it's one of the high points...

Judy said...

Your Rock Miss Erin! How I would love to come and tour the show but instead I will wish continued success. Your interpretation of the art pieces are just amazing!
Happy Happy Birthday!

EB Bead and Metal Works, LLC said...

Enjoy yourself tonight! Everything looks fantastic! Have fun!

lunedreams said...

That is the coolest idea ever!--displaying the jewelry pieces with the art they were inspired by!! It would enhance both the art on the wall and the jewelry inspired by it at the same time! I've thought that would be fun in a booth at an art fair or something, if a piece was inspired by nature or some other piece of art, to include a little photo with the piece. Hope it is great fun!!! and wildly profitable. Congrats on such a labor- and passion-intensive achievement! No wonder you're spent!

Be~Jeweled by Jana said...

Yay! You did it! Everything looks amazing. Good luck and have an awesome opening night!

Silver Parrot said...

I'm bouncing in my seat with excitement for you!! And remember when you were afraid you might not make back your investment? You silly girl! Everything looks fantastic and you should be SO PROUD of your accomplishment! Way to go!!

Christine said...

Oh. My. GOODNESS!!

Erin, that's just phenomenal! I am so so SO happy for you and proud of your work. Just fabulous. Shine on, Erin, you deserve every single moment in the spotlight.

Beth said...

best of luck Erin! You deserve this opening. I would be serving cupcakes and champagne. That's really all you need in life. Oh, and coffee, of course : )

Juli Cannon said...

Oh Erin...It looks magnificient! I truly wish I could be there to watch the patrons faces as your art jewelry flies out the door. I'm super proud of you and even more thankful to know you. Blessings for an enjoyable showing~ You deserve it!

Much love my friend.

Alice said...

That's wonderful! Of course it comes as no surprise--your pieces are beautiful.

Kerry said...

Everything looks FANTASTIC Erin!! You are going to knock them dead tonight. I just know it. And I am so thrilled to see my beads in the window!! As luck would have it, my beads have made appearances in windows for openings before... they always sell. Always. Be prepared to make more peices.

Break a leg tonight... you are gonna ROCK!! CONGRATULATIONS!!

Regina said...

It is beautiful! Best wishes for a successful show! Looking forward to more pictures.

Lance said...

Erin!
YOU...are...AMAZING!!! And AWESOME!! And so talented and creative! Have a spectacular evening!!

EmandaJ said...

BRAVO, M'dear! What a fabulous show. Enjoy YOUR day!

Emanda

Kim said...

Your show was amazing Erin! I loved looking at each work of art you created and can't wait to get my necklace in October (thanks to Colette & Scott)!

Wendy said...

Erin,
Your creations look amazing. Good luck and may you be blessed.
Wendy from Wonderland

Unknown said...

Erin this is just Awesome! Your Gallery showing is just beautiful! Im so impressed and I know all of the people who came were. You can take a deep breath now...you certainly deserve it. You really Rocked the house!

Gardanne said...

Congratulations Erin, wish we could be there to cheer you on at your opening. From one Leo to another Happy Birthday, my Birthday is today!

stregata said...

Wishing you the best and continued success - I just know your opening night was great!
Sending big hugs!!!!

Belinda Saville said...

Congratulations and well done, Erin...what a mammoth achievement, be proud of yourself! I'm not at all surprised that you have had so many sales already, and I wish you many more :-) It's your time to shine, enjoy every moment! -xo-

Mary Harding said...

Congratulations Erin. Your show is beautifully set up. Your work is super. This is a major accomplishment. Enjoy.

steufel said...

Erin, everything looks fantastic. It'll be a great success!

Courtney Breul said...

It looks absolutely amazing! Congratulations to you.

Unknown said...

Congratulations, it looks great!

Stacey said...

OMG - are you beyond giddy with excitement - what a beautiful show Erin. Just gorgeous. SOOO COOL!! I am so excited for you - you are such an inspiration for all of us. Of course it will be a smashing success! Enjoy every moment of it! You totally deserve it!!!

Pretty Things said...

Very exciting!!!!

Lori P said...

The photos are gorgeous! Congratulations on such a successful show. Enjoy.

Unknown said...

First a belated shout out BIRTHDAY WISHES!!!!(I didn't know)

Second This totally rocks for you and I so wish I was there in person to (ok maybe not cuz I would so be drooling and that might not help sales ;) ) Cheer you on!!!!!!

Hugs!!

Nicki said...

And your name is even printed on that wall. OMG. The biggest party would be if we could walk through this gallery and look at all the things you did in person. You must be proud through over the top.

Jannie Funster said...

Dearest Erin,

Firstly -- I now fully realize am in the presence of artistic genius! I loved your stuff before of course, but seeing it here displayed with nothing short of divine talent -- is such nurturing breath for the eyes and soul!

I find your pix actually NON-craptastic. Your photographer's eye shines through.

How very very very happy I am for you -- and what a wonderful lady you are!!

And -- Maine shoppers ROCK! You know I grew up in the Canadian province that adjoins Maine? Yep -- New Brunswick, Canada.

Okay -- I told you all my words will be inadequate for your awesomeness. So I'll just end this with a...

WHOO-HOOOO!!


xoxo

Jenners said...

Oh My God ... it looks AMAZING!!! AMAZING! So elegant and classy and wonderful. You must be feeling so good ... and to have sold $800 ($600 to one lady --- I think you have a true fan!!!) must feel so gratifying.

I so wish I could attend in person. But even your "craptastic" photos look amazing.

Well done!!! I'm so so proud of you.

Jenn said...

Wow! Wow! Wow! I love designing this way. What a gorgeous exhibit. No wonder that lady bought 6 things. Your works is exquisite and it frames the artwork so well, too! Huge congratulations and hugs for this success!

Anonymous said...

wow, the way you have your jewelry displayed is beeeautiful! congrats on your sales and wishing you more!

Alexandra said...

You are a wonderful person, which makes it all the easier to be so very thrilled and pleased for you.

These are exquisite, and your very special talent is instantly obvious.

Beautiful work, Erin, and I'm happy for you.

I wish I were there, too.

Jeannie said...

Erin, I'm so happy and proud of you. It's a beautiful exhibit.

I would serve all vegan food, exhibit all my "craptastic" past failures, everyone is invited, at the Guggenheim. Black tie optional.

Cindy said...

Erin, I can't wait to hear how it went!!!! I enjoyed going through these pictures here...as if I was strolling through the gallery myself. What a major accomplishment, really. So much hard work and love poured in to these art pieces. I just know it was a success...and way to go on those sales that were coming in already last week! So darn proud of ya...what a dream come true.

Michelle said...

Woo Hoo Miss Erin! Everything looks gorgeous. I hope all went well and wished that I could've been there to celebrate with you. If I could only add 8 more hours to the day..... Congrats on your success! I knew you could do it.

Hope you got some rest....and a belated VERY Happy Birthday to you!

Bead Happy!
Michelle

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