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Check out Kathy’s blog for lots of archived work, technique/ design tutorials and more!   http://kathymccreedy.typepad.com/

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Join Us for The Belle Isle Academy Grand Re-Opening Party and Artist Reception Saturday May 3rd @ 1353 Division (Division & Russel, next to Johanson Gallery).  Works from Leo Hanifin and Brandon Belknap with collective artists. 

Artist Reception 6-10pm (Free)

Grand Re-Opening Party 10pm till Late ($5 Donation)

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geoffh

Simply put, Handmade Detroit is a loose collective for people who like to make stuff.

Fancily put, we believe in the unique value of handmade goods, the act of creation and good old community building. We believe that anyone in Detroit who hems a pair of pants, knits a gift for a friend or sells their handmade goods is helping to redefine sustainability, consumerism and the future of our city.

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http://www.handmadedetroit.com 

http://www.rewarevintage.com/blog

http://www.turboclaw.com

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We are offering an Exlusive Sale for our blog patrons. 

Click on the thumbnail below and print out the coupon for

Buy 2 Get 1 Free Studio Series Canvas

during the month of April.

(Limit 1 per customer per day)

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http://www.kostandinos.com

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James Fox is the resident artist at the Designer’s Wall Gallery in Birmingham. 

You can view more of his work at:

http://www.jamesfoxart.com

http://www.thedesignerswall.com

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These examples are experiments with texture and composition created in Photoshop.  The images are layered combinations of custom brushes created from hand-made elements and various collected print materials.
 

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Saturday, May 3rd : 2-4pm

Join Us for an In-Store Lecture/ Demonstration with:

Golden Working Artist: Valerie Allen

  This talk is filled with “need to know” information for artists of all skill levels. With the benefit of visual examples, hands-on samples of products and explanations on the science of paint, you will spend an informative, fast-paced hour and a half, expanding your knowledge of acrylic paints.
You will learn more about:
• Mineral and Modern Pigments –Color theory that relates to clean color mixing, glazing and creation of new colors.
• The difference between “heavy body” and “fluid” acrylics.
• Using innovative effects with interference and iridescent colors to expand your palette.
• Discovering how acrylics can simulate oil, watercolor, even encaustic techniques, yet are infinitely more versatile.
Plus much more information on gels, mediums and grounds to help you make the decisions you need to use acrylics to express your artistic vision. All participants will receive free product samples and a literature packet, including hand-painted color charts.

Here are a few examples of Valerie Allen’s work.  To see more visit http://valerieallen.artroof.com/ 

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Kelly has been making art since she was able to walk.  She enjoys all mediums of art, painting, drawing, sculpting, and believes that one needs to explore to advance talent.  You can always learn something new.

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We now have 4 different Raphael Brush Sets

65% Off of List Price!

They include:

-Set of 3 Red Sable & Squirrel (Watercolor)

 List: $31.99- Now: $11.47

-Set of 3 Natural Hog Bristle (Oil)

 List: $26.99- Now: $9.67

-Set of 3 Kaerrell Synthetic (Acrylic)

 List: $23.99- Now: $8.57

-Set of 3 Kaerrell Synthetic w/Fan (Acrylic)

 List: $19.99- Now: $7.17

FREE Raphael Brush Roll w/ purchase!!!

(while supplies last)

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