Showing posts with label dishware. Show all posts
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January 14, 2012

10' TALL SUNFLOWERS TO BE PLANTED AT THE NORRIS COTTON CANCER CARE BOUTIQUE!

Rough concept of the final design choice.


I am delighted to announce that I have begun creating the mosaic mirror for installation in the new Circle of Care Boutique currently under construction at the Norris Cotton Cancer Center located on the campus of Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, VT. The underlying theme and logo involves sunflowers and the mirror needs to accommodate people of all shapes and sizes, including those in wheel chairs, within a 46" wide space between two doors. Below are the 4 design options submitted to the board back in October and at left is the final choice. Materials used will include recycled dishware and china, tile, mirror, salvaged tempered glass and other bits and baubles that I can scrounge up. The project, spearheaded by the NVRH Auxilliary will be the only American Cancer Society designated facility in Northern New England to provide a range of supplies, services and support to cancer patients during treatment. While construction was delayed somewhat, everyone is hoping for a Grand Opening on Valentine's Day so I will be very busy for the next month!
But is it BIG enough...?! Checking out size, perspective and installation requirements at the construction site with mock-ups. The group of about 7 - 9 sunflowers will range from 16" - 24" in diameter, have leaves 9" - 12" long and sit atop stems up to 8' tall.

The four designs originally submitted to the planning board. Two in consideration of construction plans calling for a 20' tall ceiling and two for a 10' tall ceiling.


December 13, 2011

TIS THE SEASON — HOLIDAY OPEN STUDIO AND GALLERY SHOWING DEC. 17th & 18th




In the spirit of the season, Studio Fresca will be hosting a Holiday Open Studio & Gallery Showing from 11am until 4pm on both Saturday and Sunday, December 17th & 18th, so stop by for a visit to see the art and meet the artist! The studio will have works in progress and demonstrations of various mosaic techniques while upstairs the Gallery at Heart Winds House will have completed works, prints and cards, and the latest jewelry pieces on display. Enjoy complimentary hot beverages and holiday treats prepared by Chef Dave from Hearty's, which tied for first place winner at the 2011 Chowder Cook-Off Contest at Burke Mountain Resort, will also have hot, homemade soup and fresh bread on the menu if you're looking for something a little "heartier" to eat!


To find us, look for the Studio Fresca signs posted along the road ways, or call ahead at 802-626-5105, or check us out on google places and tweet @heartysvt to find out what the soup of the day is.


Wishing you all the special joys of the season and hope to see you soon!