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I'm always sad when the weekend comes to an end - especially this one! I spent some quality time with family and friends, and I had a great time attending the Bead International 2008 opening night. The event took place at the Dairy Barn Arts Center in Athens, OH. This was my first time visiting the Dairy Barn, and I must say that I am very impressed! Here are a few pics from the show so you can see. :D
This exhibit contains extraordinary examples of both traditional and contemporary beadwork. There were a few beaded handbags, a gourd, a couple of dolls, some wearable art, a large number of bead-paintings, some jewelry, a few indescribable pieces, and way too many quilts. Here are a few of my favourites:
Beast
On The Town
Lynx
by Jean Apgar
Day & Evening Bag
by Valerie Nicklow
Lichtenstein Teapot
(part of the Beyond Basketry exhibit)
and....
by Yours Truly :D
Also, here's a peek in the gallery shop. There, you can buy original beadwork by the artists in the exhibit. You will also find a full colour book documenting the complete Bead International 2008 and Beyond Basketry 2008 collections. And, if you can't make it to Ohio this summer, the book is available for sale HERE. Also, don't forget to check My Flickr for more photos. That's all for today. I hope you've enjoyed the show!! :D
