Thoughts

Look at What's Happening at the Studio !!!

2010-06-20T11:14:00.002-04:00

New Artists !!
New Classes !!
Summer is here and we have great things going on EVERY day at
The Artist Within !
Welcome new artists Judy Terrell-Fiber artist
Jim Hart -Raku pendants/pottery
MaryGrace Robertson-Pottery
Kathleen Sullivan- Jewelry
Also--many new classes for children and adults--
including:
Pottery wheel, a stained glass workshop, oil painting for kids,
our "smART workshops", and so much more.
Check us out soon !

Summer "smART" Workshops for kids

2010-05-27T08:57:00.002-04:00

Summer is almost here and we have great things planned at the studio to keep everyone's creative juices flowing !
The first in our series of "smART" Workshops for kids (planned for ages 8+)
will begin Tuesday June 8th .
This first session will focus on TEXTILES.
Each week our focus will be on a new topic or material.
The sessions will meet each week Tues/Weds/Thurs (1:30-4:00pm)
the cost per week:$60/all materials included
these sessions do require pre-registration & space is limited.
More information can be found about each class by checking the monthly calendar and clicking on the class by name or call the studio.
We look forward to seeing you !

It's Time For The MAD HATTER'S TEA PARTY !!!!

2010-04-30T00:57:00.002-04:00

cOME ONE--cOME aLL--
To thE GreAteST Tea PaRTy Ever To bE hAd at ThE ARtiSt WIthIN !!

wear your craziest, prettiest, silliest, ugliest, best-(or Whatever ) HAT you choose
and join us for an afternoon of pottery painting- fun music-
cake eating (YUM !)- and ofcourse- TEA!

SATURDAY MAY 15TH
11am- 12:30 pm
$15 per person--children/adults welcome
*****space is limited****
****reservations required *****
740-862-8222

GREAT IDEAS !!

2010-04-29T10:03:00.003-04:00

With Mother's Day fast approaching, I am sure you are all wondering WHAT to do for Mom---
well, we have the answer !
Stop in the studio and create a one-of-a-kind
hand-painted MUG, flower pot or handprint plate for YOUR Mom's special day !

Not feeling that "ARTIST WITHIN" ?
We also have great READY-TO-PURCHASE & GIVE gifts for Mom-
like handmade soaps & gift baskets,
handmade journals,
beautiful handmade jewelry, one-of-a-kind paintings, photographs, handbags and MORE !
STOP IN and see whats new at the Artist Within-
the most unique shop in
Fairfield County.

MAKE MOM HAPPY !

2010-04-26T19:51:00.002-04:00

Between Now and MAY 4th- stop in the studio and paint a pottery MUG
or FLOWER POT for Mom (or Grandma) for Mothers Day for a special price
of $10-(this includes studio fee)
while supplies last !
HURRY !!!!!!!

SPRING HAS ARRIVED !

2010-04-23T21:36:00.003-04:00

Spring has arrived with all sorts of new things happening at the studio !
We have a full schedule of NEW and exciting classes to share with you-
our THURSDAY afternoon KIDSCLUB (4:30-5:30) $10 a session - has been such a big hit
We have decided to continue this thru the summer.
We have also added SUMMER CLASSES beginning the week of JUNE 8th & running
thru August. You can sign up for one week of classes or you can sign up for all of them !

We have a lot of great things planned !

We have also expanded our offering of PAINT-YOUR-OWN-POTTERY
this is available anytime the studio is open- $5.00 for 2/hrs for adults--$4.00/2hrs for kids covers studio glazing & firing + the price of the piece. Pottery prices start at under $5.00 each !
What an affordable way to spend an afternoon!

The gallery continues to grow as we add new artists and bring you new and beautiful work-
our most recent additions are :
Russell Updyke-Oil paintings (nice sportsman/outdoor scenes)
Amy Atkinson- Precious Metal Clay Jewelry (also offering classes)
and new work by many of our prior artists.

Stop in soon and see whats NEW !

Thank You...

2009-12-21T09:46:00.002-05:00

Thank You To everyone who has supported The Artist Within
in the last year.
Without great customers-we never could have made it through such difficult economic times.
We are doing our best to offer new and exciting programs each month to encourage and inspire creativity for both youth and adults and hope that you will also continue to tell us what you would like to see.
Our glass classes continue to be a favorite and with the addition of "walk-ins" we have seen a huge boost in the number of people trying new things.
Jeff Metzger will be adding advanced stained glass at the beginning of the new year & a lead caming class as well- watch for these.
Our after school kids classes have been alot of fun and in January we will focus on sculpture- Andrea Fox will host the 6 week session (offered at two different times)- featuring a variety of mediums and Steve Acton will be offering a Hand-building with clay class for all ages.
PMC- Precious Metal Clay, will be on the calendar as well as Journal making with Peggy McDevitt-----LOVE-LOVE-LOVE these journals !
we also have watercolors(youth & adult), acrylic portait painting for adults, and oils with Barb Sewall slated for January.
it promises to be a busy month !!
So plan to keep yourself busy & in out of the cold
Remember you can also stop in and paint-your-own-pottery
or use the studio to work on projects for a small fee !
look forward to seeing you all soon.
Happy Holidays
Kathy.

VOLLEY FOR THE CURE

2009-09-15T08:33:00.002-04:00

VOLLEY FOR THE CURE PENDANTS

$20.00 each
on sale @ all home volleyball games

PROCEEDS to benefit
VOLLEY FOR THE CURE
in memory of Mrs. Linardi

also available at
THE ARTIST WITHIN

Summers End

2009-09-15T08:25:00.002-04:00

School has started-
Fall is here-
and with that many changes in my household.
Matt always says that according to eastern philosophy, you should try to
limit your life to one major "change" per year---well, apparently noone
around here is paying attention. We have about one major change per week.
Corinne has settled in and is doing well at Miami- loves college life.
She is working at the cafeteria nearest her dorm, plans to tutor with the
"America Reads" program,and is getting on well with her roommates.
Can't ask for better than that.
Ian, also settled in well - after a bit of a rocky start - seems to really
like the program at Eastland Career Center and has met some people there he
likes as well. Looking forward to getting out in the workplace. I think he
is doing a great job there.
Shelly is happy in the 10th grade at LU-doing fine.
We don't hear from Chelsey very often, but I think she is good- and I hope
she is happy-we miss her very much.
BIG NEWS--Robby is home from the Marine Corps. Plans to start college in jan.
looks good, feels good, we are very glad to have him home !
P.S. he's looking for a job...:)

The Last Day...

2009-08-19T10:36:00.002-04:00

Today is the last day I will have three of my children living full-time in the house.
Today is the last day that Corinne will be "under-thumb".
Beginning tomorrow-she will live at Miami in the dorms.
Exciting-yes. Bittersweet-absolutely.
Today Shelly started the tenth grade at LU.
She is the last of my kids to attend the High school full time.
Ian will be going to the career center beginning Monday.
Wow- have things changed.
I better get ready.
more changes to come.
Happy first day of school.

Back to School

2009-08-05T09:07:00.002-04:00

It's hard to believe that it's already that time again !
Summer has passed SO quickly--seems like it just started-
and here we go again--BACK TO SCHOOL !
This year, a little different for me-
instead of 5 in school- down to three.
Corinne heads off to Miami U. in Oxford- moving into the dorm
Aug 20th for her freshman year-- GO CORI !!
Ian will be heading to Eastland Career Center for his Junior year
in the Electrical Technology Program- I think this will be a great fit
for him and he seems excited to get started on a new path.
And Shelly will be starting her Sophomore year at LU-- the youngest of
the kids and the last at the HS.
hard to believe.
The clothes have been purchased.
The supplies in the bag.
Dorm Room crammed full.
The house seems quiet.
Missing my older kids.
Missing when they were all excited to start their first day of school- new lunchboxes in tow- the coolest "light-up velcro" Disney character shoes (had to have those),taking the 1st day of school photos....
wow-
time sure passes quickly-
enjoy while it's here.
have a safe "back-to-school"-
ENJOY !

Take a deep breath and relax...........

2009-07-17T07:57:00.002-04:00

Now you can enjoy the addition of a relaxing massage
at The Artist Within. My husband- Matt, a licensed Massage Therapist
for 15 years has set up shop at the studio.
Offering 1 hour swedish massage appointments-
$5.00 off your first visit-
call to schedule.

Long time- No blog....

2009-07-16T08:40:00.002-04:00

So summer is passing so quickly---
where has the time gone ?
Classes at the studio are full of fun and frolick-
lots of cool stuff going on.

we now have lots of new ceramic pieces in the studio to
add your own artistic touch to-
then we will fire them for you to pick up !!
Great afternoon activity with the kids.

More classes coming for the rest of July and into August for kids, teens and Adults
in all mediums-if there was a class that you missed because of vacation (or camp...whatever) and you don't see it offered- be sure to call---we will see what we can do- or if we have something close that would be a good substitute.

Thanks to Bev Kenney and her 4-Hr's for coming into the studio to work on their fair project--we made a beautiful FUSED GLASS PENDANT - this is alot of fun.
you can try this too at our walk in on the 25th of July between (11am-3pm) $20-create a pendant.

we have welcomed several new artists into the gallery as well-
Welcome Kathleen Leppert- she has a very nice display of primitive oils and also has delivered beautiful new jewelry pcs designed with precious stones.

stop in soon--
see whats happening
have a great summer
kathy.

SUMMER CLASSES

2009-05-27T22:48:00.001-04:00

summer class schedule is available in the shop for kids & adults
stop in to register
740-862-8222
LESSONS IN:
ART
GUITAR
PIANO
DRUMS
YOGA

THE TIME IS NOW....

2009-05-27T22:36:00.002-04:00

GRADUATION---JUST A FEW DAYS AWAY....
AM I READY ?
PROBABLY NOT- YET PROBABLY AS READY AS I WILL EVER BE.
THIRD CHILD TO GRADUATE IN AS MANY YEARS- I SHOULD BE USED TO THIS BY NOW.
BUT SOMEHOW IT HASN'T GOTTEN ANY EASIER.
FIRST TO GRADUATE- CHELSEY. I CRIED HER ENTIRE SENIOR YEAR.
NOT READY TO LET HER GO.
WE ADOPTED HER AT AGE 9 AND AT EIGHTEEN- I FELT CHEATED SOMEHOW- WE HADN'T
HAD ENOUGH TIME.
BUT NEVER-THE-LESS, THE TIME CAME - AND SHE WAS READY - AS ALL 18 YEAR OLDS ARE-
WHETHER WE LIKE IT OR NOT.
I LIVED THROUGH IT.
THEN CAME ROBBY--AND YES I CRIED THROUGH HIS SENIOR YEAR AS WELL -- ALTHOUGH FOR
VERY DIFFERENT REASONS.
GRADUATION CAME AND WE THANKED GOD THAT HE MADE IT-- AND THAT WE HAD TOO--
AND THE REAL TEARS CAME WHEN HE LEFT FOR BASIC TRAINING A FEW MONTHS LATER.
THEY HAVN'T STOPPED YET. WE ARE VERY PROUD. SEMPER FI.
NOW COMES CORINNE.
FIRST BORN- YET THIRD OF FIVE IN THIS MIX OF BIOLOGY AND CHOICE WE LOVE AS ONE-
SHE IS STRONG AND CAPABLE, YET FRAGILE AND FEMININE. SHE IS SO VERY SMART AND YET INCREDIBLY NAIVE. SHE IS SO BEAUTIFUL I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT SHE IS REALLY MINE.
SHE IS 17 GOING ON 30- SOMEDAYS STILL 12.
AND THIS SUNDAY SHE WILL GRADUATE
7TH IN HER CLASS
LIBERTY UNION THURSTON HIGH SCHOOL - CLASS OF 2009
ATTENDING MIAMI UNIVERSITY OXFORD- FALL 2009
MAJOR- PRE-MED
CONGRATULATIONS
CORINNE MARIE MCINTIRE

BELLYDANCE OFFER

2009-05-09T22:56:00.002-04:00

BELLYDANCE OFFER
*****************
1 CLASS= $10.00
2 CLASSES IN SAME WEEK (MON/WEDS)= $15.00

$50.00 per month UNLIMITED
MON & WEDS WEEKLY
INSTRUCTOR: Tamarra Castillo-Parker
*******************
CALL TO REGISTER
740-862-8222

Great Class @ Shaws Inn

2009-05-09T22:50:00.003-04:00

Had a great class today at Shaws Inn In Lancaster Ohio.
Susie Cork, general manager at Shaws invited me to participate in
one of her awesome "cooking & craft" classes.
We had a full house with 16 participants-
we created FUSED GLASS PENDANTS.
Everyone seemed to have a super time- the pieces were beautiful.
Next event planned at Shaws--
PAINTED BISQUE WARE BOWL- CHERRY DESIGN
SEPTEMBER 2009
Watch for details..
thanks Susie !!

SUMMER WORKSHOPS

2009-05-06T09:46:00.002-04:00

we are getting the schedule ready for our summer workshops-
we are all very excited about the great things we will be offering
for children and adults-
we have artists coming in with terrific new projects and ideas-
hand-made paper & book making-
fabric workshop- that will include- batik, sun-dying, tie-dye, mono-printing and more,
an "Art in your Enviroment" workshop--FUN FUN FUN !
recyclable-renewable art-all eco friendly style,
clay classes
and a whole lot more !
keep checking back for updates !!!!!!
COMING SOON !!!

Today is the day....

2009-05-01T08:15:00.002-04:00

Today is our anniversary.
Married 21 years ago-
THEN:
May 1, 1988.
Central College Presbytarian Church,Westerville Ohio.
Reverand Ellsworth-officiant.
I was 21.
Matt was 27.
My brother gave me away.
It was a beautiful day.
NOW:
May 1,2009.
Baltimore,Ohio.
I am 42.
Matt is old.
My brother lives in Missouri with his wife and kids.
WE have 5 kids--ages 20,19,17,16,& 15.
Life is BUSY...

It is a beautiful day.
Happy Anniversary Matt

YOGA--YOGA--NEW DAY & TIME

2009-05-01T08:10:00.003-04:00

OKEY DOKEY YOGA FOLK--
HEADS UP !!
Yoga has a new day & time at the studio--
we are moving Heather and the crew to
**********************
WEDNESDAYS @ 7:30PM
**********************
still a 1 hour session
$10 bucks
bring your mat (if you have one-call ahead if you don't)
a blanket
a water bottle
dress comfortably
740-862-8222

My daughter the movie star...

2009-05-01T07:39:00.002-04:00

Prom night was a beautiful night to remember--
perfect weather-
a beautiful venue-
the decorations were lovely.
Corinne had a nice prom date and another fun couple to attend prom with.
So after a hot-dog BBQ in her friends backyard (???) in their prom attire-
off to prom they go...
Chelsey had come to the house early in the day to perform a "beauty make-over"
and the girls were absolutely gorgeous !
Off to Bry-Mar Mansion in Granville for the "red carpet event".
She took my breath away.
Stunning.
Elegant.
Couldn't believe she was MY daughter.
view her photo at www.lancastereaglegazette.com under prom photos / LU prom
PROUD......

Be Thankful

2009-04-10T21:13:00.003-04:00

there are times in your life when -
for one reason or another-
you are forced to take a strong look at the things that are
REAL and Important.
This week we have all experienced that with the
passing of our friend Nick Byers.
As much as his death saddens all of us it also should give
cause to each and every one of us to stop and reflect about
our daily lives and experiences.
What are we really upset about ?
Why do we bicker/argue & fight ?
Why all the stress and the worry ?
What is the big deal ?
Appreciate one another- appreciate our time together-
ENJOY LIFE-
it is so often
too short.

Sympathy

2009-04-05T22:35:00.002-04:00

Sending deepest sympathies to the Byer's family
as they mourn the sudden loss of son Nick.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you
and to the kids at Liberty Union as they
work through these next few days and struggle to
come to terms with this great loss.
Rest in Peace Nick.

Looking forward to some sunshine

2009-04-01T20:29:00.002-04:00

So glad to see the signs of spring...
the grass is green-
the tree's are in bud-
the birds are singing-
and ofcourse all of the idiots are out driving 35mph in a 55mph zone
in the middle of the afternoon when THEY don't have a thing to do but
drive around and enjoy the sunshine.
WELL---
some of us do have JOBS.
We have to go to work.
We have places to be...and it is difficult to get there when you're
going 35mph....
Enjoy the sunshine.
Tomorrow it looks like rain.

LOTS OF NEWS!!!!!

2009-03-27T09:28:00.002-04:00

so much is going on.....
tonite is the big opening night performance of Liberty Union High Schools
Seussical the Musical
lots of schools put on this type of performance each year--but for us -this is quite the event- I think the last time there was a musical/play/drama performed at the high school--it was atleast three- maybe 4 years ago.
so for these kids- a great opportunity. they have worked very hard and are extremely excited.
personally, I can hardly wait to shove my BIG hind-end into one of those very small, old wooden theatre seats that we have in our very out-dated auditorium.
oh yea.
and....
Robby is well- lovin' the surf and sun of Hawaii. although wished his work-time was more "military"--less "boring"-- not alot to do as a new marine until his unit returns from Afghanistan in april--then he will return with them(to AFGH) in november. but until then-- "HURRY UP AND WAIT"--welcome to the military,rob.

Ian is good. a man of few words. not much to say. healthy. happy. good.

Shelly...Shelly...Shelly...we sure do love Shelly.

Chelsey -- now 20-- made the decision to move in with her boyfriend-- and his parents.He is currently unemployed. nuff said.

Corinne just received word that she has rec'd enough scholarship/grant money to pay for her first year at Miami Univ. with $ to carryover to her 2nd-- with more interviews yet to go ! good job Cori ! now she doesn't have to stand on the sidewalk and wave at the "real" students inside the classrooms--she can be one too.

and on we go--
hope you are having a good week.
kathy.

New Dates For CREATIVE KIDS CLUB !!!!!

2009-03-15T19:40:00.002-04:00

KIDS CLUB HAS BEEN SO MUCH FUN !
WE HAVE ALREADY SCHEDULED OUR NEXT SESSION

START DATE:

APRIL 14th TUESDAYS FROM (4-5 pm)
$75 for 6 weeks
drop-ins are $15 per session

REGISTER EARLY !! SPACE IS LIMITED

ALL NEW PROJECTS
LOTS OF FUN !!!

CALL 862-8222
FOR MORE INFO OR TO REGISTER

Today

2009-03-15T19:35:00.002-04:00

Today was a great day for family.
My oldest daughter Chelsey came home today and
Matt, Corinne, Ian, Shelly, Chelsey and I went to see
Grandma at the nursing home for lunch.
It was a really nice visit.
We laughed.
Mostly because Grandma was always talking about
something other than what the rest of us were talking about and
it made for really funny conversation-
but it was also nice to be
together even if it was for a short time.
So tomorrow is another day-
back to work and school.
Everyone is so busy.
But hopefully they will all remember
today.

NEW CLASSES//NEW INSTRUCTORS

2009-03-13T10:02:00.003-04:00

Be sure to check out our calendar for the month of March/April for all of the new classes that have been added
we have added a new clay handbuilding-sculpture class with
local resident Steve Acton - you have to see his work it is amazing !

We are also offering a great workshop in wire wrapping cabachons--
this is a perfect tie-in to our fused glass - learn to finish these pieces in a unique and beautiful way !
Jackie Martin will offer this one time class in April-
she is a visiting artist from the Dayton area.

yoga has been a BIG HIT !
Heather Sharb,a Baltimore native-
offers adult classes on Saturday mornings at 9:30 for 1 hour
and is planning a storytime yoga session for children based on interest- call for more information.

Keith Pickens-Drummer extraordinaire-of American Dog-fame, offering private instruction on drum kit and snare- call to schedule your appointment.

We are preparing our calendar of Summer offerings-
if there is something you are interested in and you have not seen it- let me know- we will do our best to offer you what you want-

have a creative day!

ON WE GO....

2009-03-10T07:53:00.002-04:00

SPRING HAS SPRUNG-
WELL - SORT OF, IT IS OHIO.
WHAT DO YOU EXPECT ?
ANYWAY--BETTER THAN SNOW...& ICE....& SLUSH...
NOW WE HAVE RAIN....& WIND...AND RAIN....
BUT IN BETWEEN WE HAVE A WEE LITTLE BIT OF SUNSHINE- THOSE ARE THE DAYS WE LOVE.
SO- BE SURE TO ENJOY THE WARMER WEATHER,
BREATH THE FRESH AIR-
TAKE A MINUTE TO APPRECIATE THE BIRDS SINGING IN THE TREES
NOTICE THE BUDS ON THE TREES
AND REMEMBER....
IN JUST A FEW SHORT WEEKS -
WE'LL ALL BE COMPLAINING THAT IT'S TOO HOT...

Columbus Dispatch Metro/Mike Harden

2009-03-01T20:14:00.003-05:00

A BIG Thank You to The Columbus Dispatch and Mike Harden for the wonderful column that was featured in todays paper. I really appreciate the story and the time that was spent at the studio to get to know the people and what we are about. I hope that more people realize we are here and come out and take a look-- many thanks-- hope to see you again.

OPEN MIC NIGHT

2009-03-01T20:06:00.002-05:00

So again we celebrate the end of the month with our OMN--
the gang's all here-
the joe/joe duo pickin' the guitars --
and Savannah lighting up the room with the voice of an angel.
Andrea read some poetry--nice, nice...
some music from joe alone, and a classical piece from the little joe-
he tells me it's "Dee"-
Libby sang a gospel standard-beautifully.
--**
then-Billy and Jamiee arrive lots of fun-
they really are-
love them both-
some drummin' some singin', some guitar playin too-
all was good and then Billy ripped out his infamous
Adam Sandler lick from the Wedding Singer and i though that
the grandparents in the room were going to have a heart attack...
what can i say-
we are all aboout good taste...
Havin fun at The Artist Within.
see you next month for OMN.
March 28th 7pm

Congratulations to an old friend

2009-02-26T09:23:00.002-05:00

An old friend stopped by the studio yesterday
some of you may know her
Sandy McCabe
she was my children's preschool teacher
THE BEST ever
she is celebrating 5 YEARS CANCER FREE
If you see her
give her a hug.
CONGRATULATIONS SANDY !!
We all love you !

THANK YOU MIKE HARDEN

2009-02-26T07:47:00.004-05:00

Yesterday- a big day at the studio-
I was interviewed by- none other than Mike Harden, of the Columbus Dispatch.
We all have read Mike's columns for years-
he writes about people and places around the state-
happenings,
things that are "off the beaten path"-
and-- yes---
he visited Baltimore-
and The Artist Within !
It was alot of fun to talk with him-
he is a very down to earth guy, shared stories of his own, photo of
his grandchildren (beautiful), and was just good company.
However, I don't think that I did so well.
The interview thing is just not for me. I always say the wrong thing
no matter what the circumstance-- and then to think that someone is actually going to QUOTE me ??!!
Dear Lord-- now we have trouble !
so when you read the article - remember please- that I am an artist-
artists tend to live in another world-
a world where sanity is rare-
reality-somewhat skewed,
and basicaly,
I'm an idiot.
Don't hold it against me....
Thanks again Mike.
Look for the article in Sundays Columbus Dispatch.

FACEBOOK---I HAVE ARRIVED !!!!

2009-02-25T08:29:00.004-05:00

Okay---
so anyone who knows me at all, knows that I am about the most computer illiterate
person on the planet over the age of two--
still a paper and pencil kinda girl--
carrying around a sketchbook/notebook everywhere I go--
barely able to send an e-mail without, causing some kind of computer melt down that makes my husband spew out words that contain the power of a nuclear bomb.
BUT---
then...
Jeff sends me this thingy called Facebook some-kinda-crap and wants me to look at it.
that was the beginning of the end.
I am so there.
I Love this thing.
I am the person who has never felt that I would re-connect with anyone from High school- no reason- it just wouldn't happen. I have never gone to any sort of reunion or gathering. never looked anyone up.
But how cool is this !
They're all here !
it is so much fun to hear about husbands, wives, kids, jobs---LIFE !!!
They are the same---they are so different.
They are my past-
some may actually become a part of my present- future?
thanks to Jeff-
I might actually learn how to use this thing---
just a little.....just enough.

KIDS CLUB

2009-02-23T22:16:00.002-05:00

WE ARE HAVING SO MUCH FUN
WITH THE KIDS WHO HAVE JOINED US FOR THE AFTERSCHOOL GROUP ON TUESDAYS.

IT'S NOT TOO LATE !!

YOU CAN STILL JOIN US-CALL TO REGISTER--

OR

STOP BY THE STUDIO ON TUESDAY

WE START AT 4:00----DON'T BE LATE !

GO JEFF !!!!!

2009-02-23T22:13:00.003-05:00

THE STAINED GLASS CLASSES HAVE BEEN SUCH A HUGE SUCCESS THAT WE HAVE SCHEDULED A SECOND SERIES !!
WE WILL BE OFFERING ADVANCED (2ND LEVEL COURSE)
AS WELL AS ANOTHER SESSION FOR BEGINNERS
SPACE IS LIMITED-
YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS OUT ON THESE
CALL TO REGISTER

VISITING ARTISTJACKIE

2009-02-23T22:11:00.002-05:00

WELCOME TOP JACKIE
VISITNG FROM THE DAYTON AREA IN THE MONTH OF MARCH TO SHARE HER SKILLS IN
WIRE WRAPING FOR THE JEWELRY ARTISTS IN THE CROWD..
THIS IS A GREAT WORKSHOP FOR THE BEGINNER.
A TERRIFIC TIE IN TO THE FUSED GLASS CLASSES-
WRAP THOSE CABACHONS !
WATCH THE CALENDAR FOR DATES !

NOW FORMING NEW CLASSES

2009-02-23T22:09:00.002-05:00

EXPRESS YOURSELF
A NEW SERIES OF CLASSES DESIGNED TO ENGAGE
CHILDREN OF ALL LEVELS OF ABILITY.
GEARED ESPECIALLY TOWARD THE SPECIAL NEEDS CHILD-BUT-
OPEN TO ALL
CHECK THE CALENDAR FOR DATES AND TIMES OR CALL THE STUDIO FOR
MORE INFORMATION

news updateA CONVERSATION w/ TY WRIGHT Artist & Photojournalist

2009-02-23T22:05:00.002-05:00

PLEASE JOIN US
ON MARCH 28th FROM 3 TO 5 PM
FOR AN INFORMAL AND ENTERTAINING
CHAT WITH THIS PROLIFIC PHOTOGRAPHER
ABOUT HIS WORK AND HIS TRAVELS.
HE WILL SHARE PAST AND CURRENT WORKS-
WHILE ENGAGING IN CONVERSATION AND
ANSWERING QUESTIONS.
PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND.
FREE & OPEN TO ALL.

CREATIVE KIDS CLUB STARTS TODAY !

2009-02-17T08:38:00.002-05:00

DON'T FORGET----
CREATIVE KIDS CLUB STARTS TODAY AFTER-SCHOOL
FROM (4-5pm) FOR THE NEXT 6 WEEKS--
EACH WEEK WE WILL FEATURE A NEW PROJECT

MOSAIC FRAME
CANVAS/MUSLIN TOTE BAG
MONO-PRINT STATIONARY
SCRAPBOOKING
CLAY SCULPTURE
COLORED PENCIL DRAWING TECHNIQUES
WATERCOLORS
HAND PAINTED GLASSWARE
..........
WHO KNOWS WHAT WE MIGHT THINK UP ?

CALL THE SHOP FOR MORE INFO
OR STOP IN
740-862-8222

LOOKIN' FOR SOME LOVIN'

2009-02-09T09:15:00.002-05:00

SO WITH VALENTINES DAY RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER-
I'VE BEEN THINKING.....
I LOVE CHOCOLATE.
NOT MILK CHOCOLATE.
NOT WHITE CHOCOLATE.
DARK-DARK CHOCOLATE.
LOVE IT.
SO THIS IS FOR MY FAMILY----
MY HUSBAND----
MY CHILDREN----
I KNOW YOU ALL READ THIS EVERY SINGLE DAY....RIGHT ????D
MOMMY LOVES DARK CHOCOLATE.....
JUST A LITTLE REMINDER.
OH --
AND HUGS & KISSES.
THOSE ARE EVEN BETTER.
(i don't get enough of those anymore from teenagers....:( )

BLUE SHOE ARTS

2009-02-09T09:05:00.002-05:00

WE ARE PLEASED TO WELCOME BLUE SHOE ARTS
TO THE GALLERY THIS MONTH.
BLUE SHOE IS A DIVISION OF FAIRFIELD INDUSTRIES/MRDD.
FOR THOSE OF YOU UNFAMILIAR WITH THE BLUE SHOE STUDIO-
THIS IS A GROUP OF TALENTED ARTISTS,
ALL WITH VERY UNIQUE STYLES-
WHO ARE BROUGHT TOGETHER UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF DIRECTOR
CHERYL FEY.
THESE INDIVIDUALS ARE ALSO UNIQUE TO THE
TYPICAL "ART" WORLD IN THAT THEY ALSO HAVE ASSOCIATION
WITH MRDD AND ARE IN SOME WAY "DISABLED".
HOWEVER, AFTER VIEWING THEIR VARIED AND ECLECTIC WORKS-
YOU WILL FIND THAT THEY ARE INFACT VERY "ABLED" IN THEIR
CHOSEN FIELD OF ART.
THE STORIES BEING TOLD, THE FEELING BEING SHARED, THE USE OF COLOR, COMPOSITION,
AND CRAFTMANSHIP IS SECOND TO NONE.
WE ARE PROUD TO BE ABLE TO SHARE THESE BEAUTIFUL WORKS OF ART WITH YOU
AND HOPE THAT YOU WILL FIND ENJOYMENT IN THESE PIECES AS WELL AND SUPPORT THE
BLUE SHOE ARTISTS.

CORINNE IS COLLEGE BOUND !

2009-02-02T10:35:00.001-05:00

CORINNE- middle daughter-
rec'd her acceptance letter from MIAMI UNIVERSITY of OHIO
CONGRATULATIONS CORINNE !!!!

**donations are currently being accepted for tuition and all related expenses including the inevitable hospitalization of her father when he gets the first bill....

ENGAGEMENT CONGRATS MAYOR KALISH

2009-02-02T10:33:00.002-05:00

CONGRATULATIONS ARE IN ORDER TO OUR OWN
BALTIMORE MAYOR BOB KALISH AND HIS BLUSHING BRIDE TO BE KATHY
WE LOOK FORWARD TO THEIR UPCOMING
APRIL NUPTIALS !
CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU BOTH !

SOUPER BOWL SUCCESS--

2009-02-02T10:30:00.002-05:00

Shelly, Corinne and I enjoyed lunch at the Family Life
Center at Christ United Methodist on Sunday.
Great Soup-Great company-BEAUTIFUL bowls....
what a nice gathering of support for much needed
community resource.
Job well done.

Welcome KEITH PICKENS

2009-01-31T08:55:00.002-05:00

LISTEN UP------
WE HAVE A NEW ADDITION-
KEITH PICKENS of BALTIMORE
ACCLAIMED DRUMMER
WILL BE TEACHING DRUM KIT & SNARE
ALL AGES
ALL LEVELS
$20 per 1/2 hour lesson -- $25 1 hour
CALL TO REGISTER
SPACE IS LIMITED
LESSONS WILL BEGIN IN APPROXIMATELY 3-4 WEEKS
MORE INFO ABOUT KEITH TO FOLLOW

HAWIIAN LAVA DOG

2009-01-31T08:52:00.003-05:00

Today is the day---
Robby graduated from infantry training yesterday-now a trained Sharpshooter for the
United States Marine Corps
and today at 9:00am he leaves for his first official
duty station in Hawaii--"K-Bay" as it is known to the Marines- is a huge
military base housing nearly 10,000 enlisted men & women near Honolulu.
he is very excited.
we are very proud.
Semper Fi.

UUUUUGGGHHH !!!!!

2009-01-30T08:26:00.002-05:00

THIS STINKS !!!!
snow days from school---cool when the kids are little--BUT now....
my kids are teenagers....
GRUMPY-
LAZY-
STINKY-
NOISY- and-
MEAN.
those would be the names of the dwarves who live in my house....
although they are all much taller and eat much more than the fabled 7 dwarves
we are all familiar with.
SO....NEEDLESS TO SAY....it has been a VERY LONG week....
i hope spring arrives soon...

NEW CLASSES//NEW INSTRUCTORS

2009-01-26T18:24:00.002-05:00

be sure to check out all of the new classes we are offering on next months calendar
LOTS of great stuff for kids and adults--
all $$ ranges
all ability levels
STAINED GLASS/beginner--4 weeks/FEB--thurs (6-8)
colored pencil
collage for adults
Poetry workshop FREE
fused glass
jewelry basics
scrapbooking
JUST TO NAME A FEW.....
TAKE A LOOK--

YOGA--YOGA--YOGA !!!

2009-01-26T18:22:00.001-05:00

REMEMBER ---
YOGA--
JANUARY 31st
11:30 am 1 hour//$10
bring a mat or blanket-
wear comfortable clothes
PLEASE CALL TO REGISTER
740-862-8222

THANK YOU TO THE GREAT FOLKS AT CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

2009-01-25T21:50:00.003-05:00

TONITE WE HAD A BOWL PAINTING PARTY AT THE STUDIO--
MORE THAN 30 PEOPLE OF ALL AGES CAME TOGETHER TO "GET THE JOB DONE"
FOR THE UPCOMING "SOUPER BOWL" AT CHRIST UNITED METHODIST ON
FEBRUARY 1st--
lunch will be served from (11am-2pm)
FOR A SMALL DONATION OF $6.50 AT THE DOOR --$6.00 IN ADVANCE
YOU WILL RECEIVE A BOWL OF DELICIOUS SOUP ***AND***
A BEAUTIFUL
HAND-PAINTED
BOWL !!!!!
THERE IS STILL TIME TO JOIN IN THE FUN--
PAINTING AT THE STUDIO -NOW TILL THURSDAY NIGHT
$5.00 AN HOUR-
CALL OR STOP IN FOR INFO--
740-862-8222

REMEMBER THIS IS FOR A GOOD CAUSE-----
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE LUNCHEON WILL BENEFIT THE BALTIMORE FOOD PANTRY

COUNTING DOWN FROM 500......

2009-01-20T22:17:00.002-05:00

THE BOWLS ARE BEING PAINTED.....
499...498....497....496....
WE NEED YOUR HELP TO REACH OUR GOAL !!!!
ANYONE CAN HELP !!!
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!!!
STOP BY ANYTIME THE SHOP IS OPEN--
PAINT AS MANY AS YOU LIKE FOR $5.00 AND HOUR--
TICKETS FOR THE "SOUPER BOWL" LUNCHEON ALSO ON SALE
$6.00 AT THE STUDIO
740-862-8222

MOVIN' ON !

2009-01-20T22:11:00.002-05:00

OKAY--
SO TODAY WE WELCOME OUR NEW PRESIDENT--
WHAT A HISTORIC EVENT TO WITNESS-
A BLACK MAN FOR PRESIDENT-
SWORN IN THE DAY AFTER WE CELEBRATE MARTIN LUTHER KINGS BIRTHDAY-
BEFORE A CROWD OF MORE THAN 2 MILLION AMERICANS...
AFTER SO MANY MONTHS OF NEGATIVE NEWS AND INFORMATION--
HOW NICE TO SEE OUR COUNTRY COME TOGETHER TO WITNESS THIS VICTORY-
NOT FOR BLACK AMERICANS- BUT FOR ALL AMERICANS-
AND AS WE ENTER THIS NEXT YEAR -- LOOK FORWARD TO THE GREAT THINGS THAT
WE CAN --AND WILL--ACCOMPLISH UNDER THIS NEW LEADERSHIP.
CONGRATULATIONS AMERICA--
PUT OUR REPUTATION OF HATRED AND BIGOTRY BEHIND US--
MOVE FORWARD AS A NATION OF ADULT LEADERSHIP READY TO FACE THE CHALLENGES HERE
AND ABROAD WITH NEW STRENGTH AND RESOLVE.

C'MON PEOPLE !!! EMPTY BOWLS !!!

2009-01-17T00:46:00.002-05:00

LET'S GO BALTIMORE--
WE HAVE 500 BOWLS TO PAINT TO BENEFIT THE "SOUPER BOWL"--
FOR THE LOCAL FOOD PANTRY.
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
STOP BY THE STUDIO AND GET CREATIVE-
$5.00 FOR AN HOUR OF PAINTING
THE BOWLS WILL THEN BE FIRED AND DELIVERED TO THE
FAMILY LIFE CENTER AT CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
PRIOR TO FEB 1ST.
TICKETS FOR LUNCH ARE ALSO ON SALE AT THE STUDIO
FOR $6.00--THIS BUYS A BOWL OF SOUP, BREAD AND A HAND PAINTED BOWL
WHAT A GREAT DEAL--
AND
A GREAT CAUSE.
FOR MORE INFO CALL 740-862-8222
OR STOP BY

2008 BUSINESS OF THE YEAR !

2009-01-10T21:58:00.002-05:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO US !
TONITE WAS THE BALTIMORE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER
AND --SURPRISE--
THE ARTIST WITHIN WON BIG !!!!
2008 BUSINESS OF THE YEAR !
A NICE INTRODUCTION BY JEAN G. FARMER 2009 PRESIDENT FOR THE BACC
AND AWARDS PRESENTED BY REPRESENTATIVE TIM SHAFFER, MAYOR BOB KALISH AND TONY CAITO 2008 BACC PRESIDENT
THANK YOU EVERYONE !

SOUPER BOWLSUNDAY***

2009-01-09T08:00:00.003-05:00

BE SURE TO STOP BY THE STUDIO---SOON---
AND PAINT A BOWL...OR TWO, OR THREE...
FOR THE LOCAL "SOUPER BOWL"--
PAY JUST $5.00 FOR AN HOUR OF STUDIO TIME
AND YOU CAN PAINT AWAY,
THE BOWLS WILL THEN BE TAKEN TO CHRIST UNITED METHODIST
CHURCH AND ON FEBRUARY 1st FILLED WITH DELICIOUS
SOUP--
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL BENEFIT LOCAL FOOD PANTRY/
CHARITIES
TICKETS WILL ALSO BE ON SALE AT THE STUDIO FOR THE DINNER EVENT.
THE DINNER WILL BE HELD AT THE FAMILY LIFE CENTER
ON FEBRUARY 1ST 11:00AM-2:00PM
TICKETS ARE $6.00 PRESALE//$6.50 AT THE DOOR (BOWL INCLUDED)

CALL THE STUDIO FOR MORE INFO
740-862-8222
OR STOP BY
SUNDAY-MONDAY--(CLOSED)
TUESDAY--(3-7)
WEDNESDAY-(1-7)
THURSDAY--(1-7)
FRIDAY----(1-5)
SATURDAY--(11-4)
OTHER HOURS AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT

I LOVE LOLA

2009-01-05T21:42:00.003-05:00

WHO IS LOLA ?
That I am sure is a question many of you are asking yourselves right about now.
no- not a relative or even a very good friend.
not a "movie-star idol" or singer.
LOLA is my car.
a 1994 Volvo which is completely devoted to my personal comfort.
leather HEATED seats, a sweet little moonroof, perfectly adjustable mirrors, lumbar support.....i just love LOLA.
but today LOLA had to visit the doctor- a trip to Kreager in Millersport-
tie rods, tires and a ball joint-- and a hefty bill but she was in good hands....
Dan and the guys there took exceptional care of her.
she's good as new-
and Dan owes us his best Tina Turner rendition at the next Open Mic....
need a repair for your baby--
check out Kreager Tire in Millersport-- ask for Dan-- tell him kathy sent you.

YOGA IS HERE !!!!

2009-01-04T09:50:00.002-05:00

SATURDAY JANUARY 31st
11:30 am /1 hour session
$10.00
BRING A MAT OR BLANKET
WEAR LOOSE FIT COMFORTABLE CLOTHING
ALL LEVELS WELCOME
NO EXPERIENCE NECCESSARY
************************
CALL TO REGISTER
740-862-8222
************************
WE'LL SEE WHAT KIND OF INTEREST WE HAVE- AND GO FROM THERE FOR FUTURE OFFERINGS-
PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY.
INSTRUCTOR: ROBIN CUMMINGS

DRUM CIRCLE

2009-01-04T09:47:00.002-05:00

WELL--
DRUM CIRCLE--
WHAT A GREAT TIME !
OUR FACILITATOR, ROBIN- DID A FANTASTIC JOB OF OPENING THE GROUP AND GETTING US STARTED ON OUR "RYTHMIC JOURNEY"-
ONCE EVERYONE FOUND THEIR GROOVE-
THERE WAS NO STOPPING US !
THIS IS REALLY FUN !~
THIS COMES FROM A GIRL WITH NO RYTHYM!
I HAD A BLAST !
EVERYONE LOOKS FORWARD TO THE NEXT TIME WE CAN GET TOGETHER--
YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS THIS-

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2009

2009-01-02T09:23:00.003-05:00

SO ANOTHER NEW YEARS EVE-
HERE AND GONE-
A GOOD TIME HAD BY ALL....
TIME FOR A NEW YEARS RESOLUTION.....
HMMMMMMM.....
TO BE MORE CREATIVE ?
TOO VAGUE...
TO BE MORE FLEXIBLE ?
WHAT ?
I WILL WORK TOWARD BEING MORE OPEN TO NEW IDEAS AND EXPERIENCES IN BOTH MY PERSONAL AND MY CREATIVE LIFE.
THAT SOUNDS REALLY GOOD.
I MIGHT EVEN ENJOY MYSELF.
OH- AND -
I'M GOING TO LEARN HOW TO USE THIS COMPUTER...
MAYBE.

BEST OMN YET !

2008-12-28T11:43:00.002-05:00

LAST NIGHT WAS OPEN MIC AT THE ARTIST WITHIN.
I HAVE TO SAY--THIS WAS THE BEST YET.
WE CELEBRATED MY GRANDMA'S 92nd BIRTHDAY-
SHE LOVED IT-
AND WELCOMED OUR OUT OF TOWN RELATIVES- UNCLE RAY & AUNT HOLLY FROM FLA.
AND WE ENJOYED MUSIC AND POETRY FROM A VARIETY OF FOLKS-
INCLUDING......
MISS SAVANNAH- WHO SANG "MAYBE", "INDEPENDANCE DAY" AND A THIRD SONG THAT I CAN'T REMEMBER RIGHT NOW....sorry sweetie...
JOE- THE MOST AWESOME OF ALL GUITAR INSTRUCTORS KNOWN TO BALTIMORE....
PLAYED LIKE A PRO-
WE HAD STEPHANIE SINGING LIKE AN ANGEL,
BILLY SERENADED THE AUDIENCE WITH HIS ADAM SANDLER RENDITIONS AND A
DUET OF "EMILY" WITH SOPHIA-home from college in Boston-glad you were here...
AND THE "GIANT EAGLE GAS STATION GUY" JOSH- PLAYED HIS GUITAR FOR THE APPRECIATIVE AUDIENCE AND SANG AS WELL.
CORINNE AND KYLIENNE BOTH READ POETRY-VERY NICE I MIGHT ADD..
IT WAS A GREAT HOLIDAY "ENDER"-
WE HAD LOTS OF FUN.

NEXT------
JANUARY 3rd
DRUM CIRCLE GATHERING
ARRIVE 6:15
CIRCLE FORMS AROUND 6:30
HAVE A DRUM -- OR OTHER PERCUSSION INSTRUMENT-- BRING IT--
IF NOT
NO PROBLEM--
A BOX, A BUCKET, TWO STICKS, ANYTHING WILL DO--
COME PLAY AND HAVE FUN AT
THE ARTIST WITHIN.

Merry Christmas !

2008-12-26T10:44:00.003-05:00

To Family and Friends
at home and away-
we wish you a
Merry Christmas &
A Happy New Year !
Matt, kathy
Chelsey,Robby,Corinne,Ian & Shelly
& everyone at
The Artist Within

it's C-O-L-D outside !

2008-12-21T23:36:00.002-05:00

Call me a wimp--
but it is TOO darn COLD outside !
There is absolutely NOTHING enjoyable about the weather when it is this cold and windy !
I don't like it one bit !
the older I get--the LESS I like it.
I think I understand more, why older folks move to warmer climates...
why not ?
Why subject yourself to this unneccesarily ?
If work is no longer keeping you here and the kids are out of school and on their own-- go to the BEACH !
That's what I'm talkin' about !
Warm weather here I come !
If I ever get these kids out of the house.....
and if we ever stop working....
and if we can ever afford it.....
well....
it sounded like a good idea...
maybe i just need more blankets and some hot chocolate...
someday.....

OPEN MIC NIGHT

2008-12-20T20:24:00.002-05:00

OPEN MIC NIGHT FOR DECEMBER WILL BE HELD ON THE 27TH AT 7PM.
ALTHOUGH THE HOLIDAYS ARE A VERY BUSY TIME, WE HOPE THAT YOU WILL JOIN US FOR
AN EVENING OF COMMUNITY AND FUN.
SONG, POETRY, JOKES (?), AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC ARE ENCOURAGED.
ALL AGES ARE WELCOME AND INVITED TO JOIN IN OR OBSERVE.
THERE IS NO COST FOR THIS EVENT.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL THE STUDIO AT
740-862-8222.

DRUM CIRCLE DATE & TIME

2008-12-20T20:18:00.002-05:00

GREAT NEWS !!
WE WILL BE HAVING OUR FIRST DRUM CIRCLE ON JANUARY 3RD AT THE STUDIO.
ALL ARE WELCOME --
NO SPECIAL EQUIPMENT IS NEEDED-- YOU CAN MAKE "MUSIC" WITH JUST ABOUT ANYTHING--
A CARDBOARD BOX, 2 STICKS, A BUCKET, ANY PERCUSSION INSTRUMENT-- AND YOU...
OUR FACILITATOR--ROBIN, WILL LEAD THE GROUP WITH A BEAT, THAT WILL BUILD AND GROW
CREATING A UNIQUE SOUND.
THIS WILL BE A GREAT EXPERIENCE AND I ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO JOIN US FOR A TERRIFIC TIME.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CALL THE STUDIO AT
740-862-8222.
THIS IS A FREE EVENT FOR ALL AGES.

WLOH 1320AM

2008-12-18T20:26:00.002-05:00

OKAY-GET READY-
I'M A CELEBRITY !
I'LL BE ON THE AIR WITH BALTIMORE MAYOR BOB KALISH
SATURDAY MORNING AT 7:30 AM ON 1320 WLOH RADIO FOR A
BRIEF INTERVIEW ABOUT THE STUDIO AND WHAT'S GOING ON
FOR THE HOLIDAYS !
COOL HUH ?
SO BE SURE TO GET UP EARLY AND LISTEN....
BUT INCASE YOU MISS IT--
GREAT ONE OF A KIND GIFTS- STARTING AT $5.00---
GIFT CERTIFICATES- ANY AMOUNT---
LESSONS--GUITAR-- VOICE-- AND ALL KINDS OF ART CLASSES--
ADDING PIANO IN JANUARY--
BELLYDANCE--
GREAT ATMOSPHERE--
PARTY RENTALS--
LOTS OF FUN--
OPEN MIC NIGHT--
DRUM CIRCLE--
ME--!!
I SAVED THE BEST FOR LAST....:)
HAPPY HOLIDAYS !

finding my muse...

2008-12-17T22:24:00.003-05:00

today was a very creative day for me.
i was able to take some time to work on projects that have been sitting for some time on my work-table unattended.
at first i was unable to get started and i just dabbled and moved things around- not accomplishing much of anything-
but then, as if "touched" by my muse-- i became inspired- it surprised me, and the more i worked,the more i HAD to work.
i was able to get so much done!
it felt great !
and i must say- the completed work is pretty nice too !
also a great day for business--
THANK YOU !
must have my planets in line today or something....
whatever it is - i'll take a few more like today.

REMEMBER TO TAKE THE TIME....

2008-12-15T22:17:00.002-05:00

AS THE HOLIDAYS APPROACH-
ALL TOO QUICKLY...
REMEMBER TO TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF-
TAKE TIME TO ENJOY THE LITTLE MOMENTS WITH FRIENDS AND LOVED ONES-
ENJOY THE EXCITEMENT OF THE SEASON WITH THE CHILDREN IN YOUR LIFE-
TAKE TIME TO CATCH UP WITH FRIENDS AND RELATIVES-
ENJOY MOMENTS OF CREATIVITY AND --
REMEMBER TO RELAX.
NOTHING HAS TO BE PERFECT-
PERFECT IS FOR MAGAZINES AND MOVIES--
NOT FOR REAL LIFE MEMORIES.
NO ONE CARES IF THE COOKIES CAME FROM KROGER (INFACT, IN MY CASE IT IS PROBABLY PREFERRED....)
SO HAVE SOME FUN-
LET THE KIDS WRAP THE PRESENTS-
LET YOUR HUSBAND DECORATE THE TREE-
HAVE A DRINK -- AND BE MERRY !
HAPPY HOLIDAYS !

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAVANNAH !

2008-12-12T22:30:00.002-05:00

Happy Birthday Savannah!
Tonite we celebrated Savannah's birthday at the studio with 5 of her friends--
we made friendship bracelets with clay and tie dye - no-sew pillows--
the girls had a great time and the crafts were lots of fun.
Savannah was a great hostess and I really enjoyed having the girls at the shop.
For information on hosting your own birthday party at the studio-
call anytime and we can personalize a party to suit your childs interests.
Thanks again--Kathy,Scott and Savannah--see you at Open Mic Night !

DECEMBER OPEN MIC NIGHT

2008-12-11T21:37:00.002-05:00

WE WILL BE HAVING OPEN MIC NIGHT ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 27TH @ 7PM
EVERYONE IS WELCOME--
SING, PLAY AN INSTRUMENT, READ A POEM, TELL A JOKE.
THE FLOOR IS YOURS.
BE SURE TO JOIN US.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THEN
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL THE STUDIO--
740-862-8222

HOLIDAY WORKSHOP

2008-12-11T08:37:00.002-05:00

BE SURE TO DROP BY THE STUDIO THIS SATURDAY FOR HOLIDAY FUN !
WE WILL BE CREATING MAGIC IN THE WORKSHOP WITH PAINT AND PLASTER ORNAMENTS FOR THE KIDS ( AND THE KID IN YOU )---
PAINTED HOLIDAY DISHWARE- GREAT GIFTS-
AND TERRIFIC IDEAS FOR HARD-TO-BUY-FOR PEOPLE ON YOUR LIST.
GIVE THE GIFT OF ART.
GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE.
WORKSHOP--DROP IN ANYTIME (11-3)--

What does it all mean ????

2008-12-07T22:25:00.002-05:00

With the holiday season upon us, I ponder the meaning of the season....
not a new concept to be sure--
but what does this whole Holiday season mean anyway ?
For most, it is a time to get together with family and friends--enjoy good food and company, while taking extra time off work to over indulge (in every conceivable way...), exchanging gifts--that we usually do not need nor can we afford--
BUT, all in the name of the HOLIDAYS and good cheer.
It's really not our fault.
We've been programmed this way since birth. Commercialism at it's best.
So we play along. Even though we KNOW we don't need all of the STUFF that we buy.
And even though we tell ourselves that we are going to do things differently--
here we go again...
so don't blame yourself...
don't be too hard on yourself.
just be sure to remember the true meaning behind the holidays
and---
save your receipts.

WHAT DO YOU WANT ?

2008-12-01T08:34:00.002-05:00

OKAY FOLKS--
WHAT DO YOU WANT ?
**A DRUM CIRCLE ? WE HAVE A PERSON READY AND WILLING TO ORGANIZE THIS GROUP--CALL THE SHOP TO REGISTER.
**WOMENS TALK CIRCLE ?- BASED ON AMERICAN INDIAN BELIEFS, THIS IS A FACILITATOR-LED GROUP OF COMMUNITY WOMEN WHO GATHER TO DISCUSS LIFE, LOVE, FAMILY, "BIG" ISSUES, small ISSUES, ANYTHING- IN A NON-JUDGEMENTAL, NON-AFFILIATED--"WHAT COMES HERE- STAYS HERE" ENVIROMENT. NO CHARGE. CALL FOR INFO.
**REIKEE/REFLEXOLOGY ?
**YOGA ?
**PIANO LESSONS ?
**MORE ART CLASSES ?
THIS IS YOUR ART CENTER-- WE WANT TO BRING ART--IN ALL FORMS TO THE BALTIMORE COMMUNITY--
BUT WE NEED TO KNOW WHAT YOU ARE INTERESTED IN--
CALL OR EMAIL US WITH YOUR SUGGESTIONS-
WE'LL DO OUR BEST TO ACCOMODATE..

GONE A BOY-BACK A MAN

2008-11-16T20:29:00.003-05:00

We went to Parris Island, South Carolina on Wednesday to pick up our oldest son Robby from marine boot camp.
When he left in august, he was a typical 18 year old punk, to say the least.
He knew it all-
could Do it all-
yet did little,
and certainly didn't need OUR advice or help with ANYTHING.
Gone is that kid.
We were met by a confident, mature young man Thursday morning for the Family Day festivities.
His brother and sisters were equally amazed/impressed.
Friday morning was the actual graduation ceremony-
very emotional, a very proud moment for the families of all 541 marine recruits graduating that day.
His Dad and I could not have been any more proud than at that moment.
Met other recruits,
met the drill instructors,
met other families-
met our son-
it seemed like for the first time.

Congratulations 1st Recruit Training Batallion
Charlie Company Platoon 1083
Parris Island, South Carolina
Job Well Done--
Semper Fi

COMING HOME...

2008-11-11T07:43:00.003-05:00

BRIGHT AND EARLY TOMORROW MORN, WE WILL BE LEAVING FOR PARRIS ISLAND,SOUTH CAROLINA TO HEAD TO ROBBY'S GRADUATION FROM MARINE BOOT CAMP.
I HAVE TO SAY- AS A MOTHER, I HAVE MIXED EMOTIONS ABOUT ALL OF THIS.
FIRST OFF--I AM INSANELY PROUD OF HIM FOR THIS ACCOMPLISHMENT---BUT---
THE MOMMY IN ME WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE LITTLE BOY BACK HOME.
ROBBY WASN'T SURE WHAT HE WANTED TO DO AFTER HIGH SCHOOL- NOTHING REALLY
"GRABBED" HIM AND SAID "THIS IS IT"--I THINK THAT IS SO TRUE FOR SO MANY YOUNG PEOPLE-
LIFE MOVES SO FAST--HOW DO YOU KNOW ?
NO REAL IDEA--HE PICKED THE MARINE'S--
WE HELD OUR BREATH--COULD HE DO IT ?
WE KNEW HE COULD..
WOULD HE LIKE IT ?
SO FAR IT SEEMS LIKE HE HAS FOUND A GOOD FIT- SOMETHING HE REALLY EXCELLS AT AND IS PROUD OF--
AND WE COULDN'T BE ANY MORE PROUD OF THE MAN HE HAS BECOME.
YOU CAN READ IT IN HIS LETTERS-
YOU COULD HEAR IT IN HIS VOICE-
A SENSE OF PRIDE AND ACCOMPLISHMENT.
ROBBY WILL BE HOME FOR ABOUT THREE WEEKS- THEN OFF TO NORTH CAROLINA AND THEN....?
GOOD LUCK ROBBY-
YOU'VE DONE WELL.
LOVE,MOM.
***********************************
OPEN HOUSE FOR PFC ROBERT MCINTIRE
at THE ARTIST WITHIN
934 W MARKET ST
BALTIMORE 740-862-8222

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2008
5:30 PM--BEFORE OPEN MIC
**ALL ARE WELCOME**

Thank You

2008-11-10T07:08:00.002-05:00

Our Holiday Open House was a huge success this past weekend-
Thank You to all who stopped by.
I had the pleasure of meeting many new people from Baltimore and surrounding areas who had not found the time to stop in before and
also saw some familiar faces.
Everyone who came in seemed to enjoy visiting the other shops as well- a nice community shopping experience.
Good times- Good people- Thanks for stopping in !

Quick note about my Grandma

2008-11-07T07:24:00.002-05:00

Just a quick update....
My grandma went into the hospital last week for some testing,
remember -- she will be 92 in December....
after several days it was determined that her health is pretty
darn good! Great news !
Some tweeking of the medications was in order though so off to the nursing home/ rehab center for a couple of weeks and we will be bringing her back home.
thanks for all of the good wishes and concern--she'll be back to "running things"
in no time !

CONGRATULATIONS LIBERTY UNION

2008-11-06T22:15:00.002-05:00

WHAT A GREAT GROUP OF KIDS!
TONITE WE ENJOYED THE FINAL PERFORMANCE OF THE SEASON FOR THE LIBERTY UNION MARCHING LIONS--
WHAT A FANTASTIC YEAR THEY HAVE HAD !
UNDER THE DIRECTION OF MR.BEN FACTOR, THE MARCHING BAND HAS
BEEN AWARDED THE HIGHEST HONORS EVER RECEIVED BY OUR HIGH SCHOOL
BAND.*****SUPERIOR RATING AT STATE CONTEST******
CONGRATULATIONS LIBERTY UNION !
AND TO THE FOOTBALL TEAM--GOOD LUCK IN THE CHAMPIONSHIPS !!
GO L.U.!!

A NEW DAY

2008-11-05T09:02:00.002-05:00

A NEW PRESIDENT ELECT
WHETHER DEMOCRAT OR REPUBLICAN- WE ALL MUST FEEL SOME RELIEF THAT THIS ELECTION PROCESS HAS FINALLY COME TO AN END.
THIS HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST ELECTION IN MY LIFETIME AND I MUST SAY-
I DON'T ENVY THE MAN WHO TAKES OVER THE MESS THAT WE ARE IN TODAY.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW PRESIDENT
THE 44TH PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
BARAK OBAMA.

DRUM CIRCLE

2008-10-27T08:45:00.002-04:00

F.Y.I.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR FOLKS INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN A DRUM CIRCLE.
THIS IS COOL !!!
GET TOGETHER AND JAM WITH OTHER COOL FOLKS
WHO LIKE TO DRUM-
NO EXPERIENCE NECCESSARY
CALL FOR MORE INFO
862-8222

OMN 4

2008-10-27T08:36:00.003-04:00

Open Mic Night 4 was another great success !
Although we missed a few of our regulars....
Bill, Steph, Jeremy, Mindy....where were you guys?...
our little one Savannah was at Grampa's house, so THAT'S Okay...
But we had some new friends join--great additions from Robin and Allyson-
SUPER talented ladies from the Pickerington area- brought some friends along
we were glad to have them here !
Joe "made some noise", Andrew jammed on the clarinet- he is AMAZING, Joey played electric guitar- great job Joey !,Matt read me a love poem-added a new verse---
I am a lucky woman....
we had cake to celebrate the 50th birthday of Dale and the 16th for Ian--
we're STILL eating cake...
lot's of fun-
hope to see you next time !
4th Saturday of November 7pm

Cub Scout Pack 187

2008-10-22T08:23:00.002-04:00

Last night Cub Scout Pack 187 came to the studio to complete their requirements for their "art" belt loops. They are a really nice group of boys. I really enjoyed working with them.
We made a red,white & blue star mobile (for the "make a mobile" req.) and for the "art construction" req. we made a foam core prism sculpture that was created from equilateral triangles.
Lots of fun.
Lots of energy...
It was PERFECT.
Thank You Cub Scout Pack 187
for visiting The Artist Within.

IT'S HERE !!!!!!

2008-10-22T08:18:00.002-04:00

Good News Art Fans !!!!
Gunnels quilts arrived yesterday from Sweden !!!
They are superb !!
Beautiful color-beautiful texture- beautiful composition !!!
You will be impressed.
She has sent us a wonderful array of wall quilts, as well as mixed media post-cards, and hand bags.
You won't want to miss this showing of outstanding craftsmanship.
She is a STAR !!!
We will display the pieces in the main Gallery through the Holiday season during regular hours.
Call for more information.

-----NEW CONTEST-----

2008-10-20T08:29:00.001-04:00

read my blog---
post a comment OR visit the guestbook and post there-(mention the blog)
in two weeks i'll choose a new winner-random ofcourse....
this is an "in-shop" promotion-
but for locals who read-my prizes are ALWAYS good ones-
so post away!
k.-

HAPPY 50 th DALE !!!!!!!

2008-10-20T08:22:00.003-04:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU !
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU !
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR DALE......la lala la la la la....!!!!
HAPPY BIRTH--DAY----TO----YOU---!!!!!!!
Baby- You're the best!

love you, Dale.
Matt & Kathy.

Boo at the Zoo....

2008-10-20T08:12:00.002-04:00

Yesterday my family and I visited the Columbus Zoo.
Happened to be -- "Boo at the Zoo" weekend - so LOTS of tots in costume-
VERY cute- my teenagers were thrilled.
The weather was perfect-the animals were scarce- the few that were visable were
asleep in the sun.
LOTS of walking-LOTS of people-
Not much else to say.
A little disappointing- our zoo is beautiful- lots of space- the animal habitats appear well planned- but where were the animals?????
Teenagers are great.
I really did like the flying fox exhibit- they were super cool- the wings were awesome. You can definately see the inspiration behind "Count Dracula's" cape and mannerisms when you watch how they use their wings to cover their face etc... it was really cool.
Did I mention that teenagers are great?
Matt and I had alot of fun.

Got ARt ?

2008-10-18T22:39:00.002-04:00

WhAT aRE yOu WaiTing For ?
ArT MakeS Us FEeL GOod --
WHEtheR we Are CrEaTinG or OBseRviNg-
It iS A PleaSUreTo The SeNSes.
SO COmE On-- CrEAte SOmethIng TodAy
Get ARt !

Holiday events

2008-10-17T20:55:00.002-04:00

Get ready Baltimore !
November 7th & 8th from 9am-5pm, area businesses are getting together to host a HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE !
Stop by area businesses for terrific ideas and a great start to holiday shopping
be sure to visit:
Hoffman's Greenehouse and Gifts
Apple of Your Eye
Rosewood Cafe
Willowtree Cottage
The Village Pharmacy
and of course....
THE ARTIST WITHIN

Support local business- You'll be glad you did !

DON'T WORRY----BE HAPPY !!!! :))

2008-10-16T08:48:00.003-04:00

Okay--So you can't stop thinking about all of this STUFF that's going on--
come on in to the studio and Take your mind off things and work on something CREATIVE
it's a great STRESS RELIEVER and alot of fun too.
Bring a friend-
hang out-
listen to good music-
make great gifts-
you'll be glad you did !

Is it really that bad ?.....

2008-10-16T08:33:00.002-04:00

In the face of economic troubles and all of the worries of the world, it's easy to lose sight of all of the GOOD that surrounds us each and every day.
We are such a LUCKY nation --
we live in relative safety in our homes and communities-compared to much of the world. We have the comfort of electricity, potable water,healthcare, heat and housing.
Our children are afforded a wealth of educational opportunity and we have work available, if we are willing to take the jobs.
WE need to appreciate the Good that we have- the love of our family and friends.
We need to take back the responsibility of our own happiness- learn to appreciate
what is here and now.
Be grateful for good health, good jobs and good fortune.
And when things are not quite so easy---be ready to work a little harder for the good of ALL and for the sake of our children.
We are a very blessed nation- maybe it's time we EARNED it.

Message to a friend

2008-10-16T08:30:00.002-04:00

god dag Artilleristan-
Gratulera med dagen Till Du !
Jag hoppa det sa pass du har en under bar dag !
JAG er glad sa pass vi har gjord vannerna.
din friend,
kathy.
Happy Birthday, Gunnel !

Building a new foundation

2008-10-15T06:59:00.002-04:00

The building where we are located is an old Methodist church dating back to the early-mid 1800's.
So needless to say, it's OLD. Unfortunately-some of it's caretakers have not fulfilled their duty in terms of maintenance and have even caused considerable damage and harm to what was once a beautiful structure.
We have tried to "give back" some of what the building once had- although the original stained glass has all been stripped away, the bell is gone, the pews etc...
we're trying to put her back together again- not in the "historical" sense- but in a respectful and cared for way.
We have combined some of the old with some of the new to create a tasteful backdrop for the gallery- and I must say it's beautiful.
I think she likes it too.
The building is a "feel good place" to be.
Yesterday, we repaired the crumbling foundation-pouring new concrete walls and repaired the front entry stairs. One step at a time (literally...).
Thanks to Danny-our Hero-
for all of his efforts and help- we couldn't do it without you.

Glass Heaven

2008-10-14T08:43:00.003-04:00

So yesterday I made a short trip to German Village and I think I stopped in heaven.
Oh how I love glass....
I don't know why.
I LOVE glass.
I love the colors. Even the clear glass is wonderful.
I love the way it feels.
I love it in sheet form.
I REALLY love HOT glass.
I want it all.
I love that place.
glass. glass. glass.
blue glass. DARK blue glass. COBALT.
RED glass. REALLY DARK RED glass. ooooohh.
amber glass.
hhhmmmmmmm.
I LOVE GLASS.
It was a great trip.
Be sure to visit Franklin Art Glass.
They sell glass.
LOTS of glass.

Old Friends.....

2008-10-14T08:34:00.003-04:00

Remember Paula and Gary Lammert ? How could anyone in Baltimore forget ?
Gary worked for Nestle and coached little-people soccer for years, Paula- the BEST babysitter around, they lived on Basil-Western, have three boys- Forrest, Levi & Denver, big in 4-H.....our best friends....
well----BIG NEWS....
Paula and her mom-
both now living in Oregon- own a wonderful quilt shop there and are having a great time running it together---
are sending some of their beautiful quilt work back to Ohio to display at THE ARTIST WITHIN !!!
What a great thing !
So - first the art- then the artist....
I'm workin' on that....
maybe next year we'll have a visit....
keep your fingers crossed and be sure to stop in and see what Paula's been up to !

POLITICAL BUTTONS !!!

2008-10-12T15:45:00.002-04:00

WE HAVE POLITICAL BUTTONS FOR SALE !!!!
McCAIN/PALIN---OBAMA/BIDEN
$2.00 each
*** ***quantities are limited*** ****
STOP IN AND PICK YOURS UP TODAY !
show your party support !!

Fall- a perfect time for creativity....

2008-10-12T15:25:00.003-04:00

Now is the time to get started on those one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts that you "plan" to make each year--and somehow never find the time to complete.
We can help with that !
Coming in the next two months we have a wide variety of craft-inspired classes that will fill those stockings and boxes under the tree with beautiful handmade gifts you will be proud to give.
A necklace of FUSED GLASS for Mom.
A FELTED WOOL SANTA for your favorite Aunt.
A beautiful keepsake MEMORY FRAME for DAD.

If MAKING the gifts isn't your "thing"--we have wonderful handmade gifts for sale in the gallery-
pieces you won't find anywhere else-
one-of-a-king jewelry,sterling silver,fused glass, flamework and more.
hand-made wood pcs. & kaliedascopes by Clif Wayland; stained glass art by Jeff Metzger; ethnic mixed media pieces by Tamarra Castillo-parker; mixed media by Carol Vasenko; textiles by Lesley Hill; photography by Sara Rose (God's Artistry)//Paul & Phil Molyneaux//& Tim Bohach; wire woven jewelry by Nathan Kimmel; leatherwork by Armando Xavier Designs (lynda & Mando); graphic novels from Oasis Studios/Eric Kayser; Mixed media & painting by Tim Bohach; Mixed media/assemblage/glassware-Kathy McIntire.
And More Arriving Daily !!
Stop in and Check us out-
We are really proud of what we are doing and would love to share this with you--
HOURS:
Tues-by appointment
Weds-1pm-7pm
Thurs-1pm-7pm
Fri-1pm-5pm
Sat-11-4pm
CLOSED Sun/Mon

AND THE WINNER IS..........

2008-10-10T23:37:00.003-04:00

Well apparantly, people don't like to post comments on blogs....
why not ?
it let's everybody know what's going on .
I know that people are reading this because they stop into the shop and comment- in person.
but no comments....on the blog...? hmmm.
SO---the winner of my BLOG CONTEST is......
Bonnie !!!!!!!!!
I really appreciate that you take the time to post on the website and see whats happening- stop in and pick up your prize-
I promise you'll be glad that you did !
THEN- you can post and tell everyone what a great prize you won !!!

The Last Game....

2008-10-10T23:21:00.004-04:00

Tonight was the last home football game of the season for Liberty Union High School.
This also means that it was the last Home Football game for my daughter Corinne to play in the marching band with her friends on their home field. Bittersweet. It has been so much fun watching her grow into such a wonderful young woman--but are we really ready to let go ?
As we lined up to escort our middle child across the field for her Senior Recognition- we made small talk with the other parents- all of us with the same look on our faces- could this really be ? Our babies, only yesterday-- now ready to leave for college in just a few short months....
but our meloncholy was broken by the laughter of the teenagers surrounding us- their joy apparant, as they too anticipated the months ahead and where that path may lead them.
How odd it all seemed...that we were all in that same moment and yet our experience could differ SO dramatically.
The announcer speaks "Corinne McIntire, escorted by her parents; 4 year band member, 2 year Leo club member, National Honor Society.........." ,
but all I heard was the laughter of a beautiful baby, her breath as she slept at night, tiny cries for comfort and then....
" I love you mom & dad--see ya later--Oh yea--can I have some money for food and by the way, there's a party after the game..."--
---Love you too, sweetie, love you too.

Beautiful Fall Morning....

2008-10-07T10:21:00.002-04:00

How can we not be happy on a day as beautiful as today ?
The air is crisp, the sky-clear, the sun is shining (in Ohio), and the leaves have started their annual change from green to the most magnificant array of colors that you will ever find.
I have had worries over the last week regarding the well-being of my grandmother-my best friend. She is soon to be 92 years old. Still lives alone about a mile down the road. She lives in a retirement apartment that is nice and safe- perfect for an independant grandma like mine. We talk on the phone, I visit the apartment- so do my children, I buy her groceries and take care of her bills, Drs. and medications. But when I saw her yesterday (we spend Mondays together- usually looking at mail order catalogues), it seemed like I wasn't doing enough. Somehow I should be doing more- but I'm not sure what that would be.
We've thought about moving her into our home- but even visits on weekends here are too much after a couple of hours- we have a VERY active household-(parrotts,dogs,cats & kids). This isn't the answer.
I enjoy our time together- but she never wants me to leave- she still remembers me as the young Kate- no husband, no children, no responsibilities.
As I prepared to leave grandmas house I felt sad that my best friend is growing older and nearing the twilight hours of life- I will miss her so much, I want to spend all of the time that I can with her and yet my other obligations are so many. We walked down the hall to the front entrance and stood and looked out at the beatiful fall evening- the sky, the trees- I told her I loved her and said goodbye.

RENN FEST 2008

2008-10-06T10:30:00.003-04:00

WE LOVE RENNASIANCE FESTIVAL !
A FAVORITE FAMILY PASTTIME FOR MANY YEARS RUNNING.
This year we were pleasantly surprised- we went on Sunday-the weekend of Scottish/Irish Celebration- LOVE THAT !
The weather was perfect- and (unlike Backwoods this year)- NEW artists-
NEW ideas- Not everything was a repeat. Sure-alot was the same-to be sure, but it was nice to see that they are still evolving and bringing in new and fresh things for those of us who attend year after year.
The shows were fun-the kids love 'em, the food- gotta have a turkey leg, and the festival enviroment- where DO these folks get thier energy ?!?!
All in all- a very nice day-
glad to have been a part of
RENN FEST 2008.
p.s. still 2 weekends left if you wanna go--- say "hi" to Ron & Tina in the "Treehouse"-WONDERFUL ARTISTS-Good people--DON'T MISS THEM !
Check out "Uncommon Adornements"-my favorite jewelry stop.
FAV NEW ARTIST-Nigel Sade-WOW!--Check him out--WOW !!!!

Thoughts

Look at What's Happening at the Studio !!!

Summer "smART" Workshops for kids

It's Time For The MAD HATTER'S TEA PARTY !!!!

GREAT IDEAS !!

MAKE MOM HAPPY !

SPRING HAS ARRIVED !

Thank You...

VOLLEY FOR THE CURE

Summers End

The Last Day...

Back to School

Take a deep breath and relax...........

Long time- No blog....

SUMMER CLASSES

THE TIME IS NOW....

BELLYDANCE OFFER

Great Class @ Shaws Inn

SUMMER WORKSHOPS

Today is the day....

YOGA--YOGA--NEW DAY & TIME

My daughter the movie star...

Be Thankful

Sympathy

Looking forward to some sunshine

LOTS OF NEWS!!!!!

New Dates For CREATIVE KIDS CLUB !!!!!

Today

NEW CLASSES//NEW INSTRUCTORS

ON WE GO....

Columbus Dispatch Metro/Mike Harden

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Congratulations to an old friend

THANK YOU MIKE HARDEN

FACEBOOK---I HAVE ARRIVED !!!!

KIDS CLUB

GO JEFF !!!!!

VISITING ARTIST**JACKIE**

NOW FORMING NEW CLASSES

***news update***A CONVERSATION w/ TY WRIGHT Artist & Photojournalist

CREATIVE KIDS CLUB STARTS TODAY !

LOOKIN' FOR SOME LOVIN'

BLUE SHOE ARTS

CORINNE IS COLLEGE BOUND !

ENGAGEMENT CONGRATS MAYOR KALISH

SOUPER BOWL SUCCESS--

Welcome KEITH PICKENS

HAWIIAN LAVA DOG

UUUUUGGGHHH !!!!!

NEW CLASSES//NEW INSTRUCTORS

YOGA--YOGA--YOGA !!!

THANK YOU TO THE GREAT FOLKS AT CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

COUNTING DOWN FROM 500......

MOVIN' ON !

C'MON PEOPLE !!! EMPTY BOWLS !!!

2008 BUSINESS OF THE YEAR !

***SOUPER BOWL***SUNDAY***

I LOVE LOLA

YOGA IS HERE !!!!

DRUM CIRCLE

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2009

BEST OMN YET !

Merry Christmas !

it's C-O-L-D outside !

OPEN MIC NIGHT

DRUM CIRCLE DATE & TIME

WLOH 1320AM

finding my muse...

REMEMBER TO TAKE THE TIME....

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAVANNAH !

DECEMBER OPEN MIC NIGHT

HOLIDAY WORKSHOP

What does it all mean ????

WHAT DO YOU WANT ?

GONE A BOY-BACK A MAN

COMING HOME...

Thank You

Quick note about my Grandma

CONGRATULATIONS LIBERTY UNION

A NEW DAY

VISITING ARTISTJACKIE

news updateA CONVERSATION w/ TY WRIGHT Artist & Photojournalist

SOUPER BOWLSUNDAY***