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 NEW WORK IN PROCESS

I have been collecting natural objects for years. (Many different types)  

Lately, interesting branches have captured my attention.  I am not exactly sure how all of this will play out... but I am drawing on them with colored pencils, pen and markers.  Layers of color are repeatedly sealed with spray fixative, creating a rich surface of color. It feels like I am painting again. It is compelling and delicious! Everytime I come near these sanded, smooth branches, I want to pick them up and touch them. I LOVE the feeling. Exhilarating.

Currently, I am planning some sculptural pieces. As soon a one is ready, I will post some photos!

The program series "Craft in America" is wonderful. I watched the episode on process yesterday. I think it was 50 minutes. This is a short preview.

http://pbs.org/craftinamerica

Puzzle Necklace and Pendants.

Puzzle Earrings, Pendant and 3Shape Necklace.
The pendants are shown on Oxidized silver chains in 16" or 18". Delicate gold-fill or silver chains are also available!

PUZZLE SERIES:

Oxidized silver and 12K gold-fill puzzle earrings on a french  earwire.

 They are shaped and cut individually so that no two are exactly alike. Random alphabet letters embellish the surface!

Beach Artifact Necklace

Pansy Seed Necklace

The next place I go is...

Minneapolis, MN for the Uptown Art Fair. This is a huge event.
My booth will be on Hennepin Avenue, BOOTH # 417 and the rest of the show continues into the residential Mall Area.The show hours are:
Friday                Noon - 8:00 pm
Saturday      10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday         10:00 am - 6:00 pm


http://www.uptownartfair.com
I hope to see you there!
Barb

A new necklace with puzzle piece shapes.

This ring makes a real statement ! It is silver and 18K gold. It features a rectangular carnelian cabochon, an oval rose quartz and a pearl. The carnelian is an oasis between the differing elements in the ring.

Oxidized Artifacts Collection

Oxidized Artifacts Collection

This is a new mezzuzah. It is oxidized silver and 18K gold.

I am home after surviving two Michigan Shows!

I love doing the shows... but I am pooped

Barbara Sucherman’s Summer Show Schedule 2009

Highland Park Festival of Fine Craft
Booth # 125 on Sheridan Road, between Central Ave. and Elm Place, Highland Park, IL
June 27 - 28, Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
www.theartcenterhp.org

Krasl Art on the Bluff
Booth # 155 Overlooking Lake Michigan, Saint Joseph, MI
July 11, Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
July 12, Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
www.krasl.org

Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair
Booth # 113 on State Street near the Michigan Union, Ann Arbor, MI
July 15 - July 17, Wednesday to Friday, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
July 18, Saturday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Ann Arbor Convention Bureau 800-888-9487 or www.theguild.org

Morning Glory Fine Craft Fair
Marcus Center for the Performing Arts & Red Arrow Park, Milwaukee, WI
August 8 - 9, Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
www.wdcc.org

Port Clinton Art Festival
West of the train tracks in Downtown Highland Park, IL
My Booth is usually on the east side of Second St. just south of Central Ave.
August 29 - 30, Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
www.amdurproductions.com

http://silverdesignjewelry.com
http://BarbsSilverJewelry.etsy.com
http://bsucherman.blogspot.com

This is a link to my ETSY site

Clip on earrings in silver, 18K gold, crazy lace agate, shell fragments.
The pendant contains fused glass and a stone called rhyolite.
These are some of my newest oxidized silver pieces.

Beach Glass and Pebble Earrings

Double Bubble Earrings, the drop is detachable

Three Piece Earrings: Azurite, Glass, Turquoise, Silver, 18K Gold



Barbara will be appearing at:
Avalon Art Gallery: Glass
April 17 -19, 2009
If you happen to be in the neighborhood, it is a really beautiful gallery. And, come to see Barb's new work.
Hope to see you!
Barb

Barbara Sucherman

will be exhibiting her jewelry at

Avalon Gallery

425 East Atlantic Ave.

Delray Beach, FL

April 18, 19 & 20,2009

during the

Delray Beach Delray Affair

along Atlantic Avenue

10 am to 6 pm

580 Exhibitors

"This is the greatest Arts, Crafts,

Food and Entertainment Festival

under the Sun." Connie Mettler, ArtFairInsider