Last Time, I promise…

…That this is the last time I am going to talk about the Makers Brunch that is on December 15, in the Bower Center For the Arts (Bedford Virginia), from 10-3pm.

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Hand & Eco Dyed Silk Scarf created from black walnut leaves and rust mordant $85 (ships free in US through Christmas)

Ha! Not bad…I got all of that in one sentence!

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Hand Drawn, Self Published Coloring Books for all ages! Also available sets inc/colored pencils

I have become obsessed with making these bracelets. They are fun, therapeutic, and anything that turns trash to treasure is amazing, right?! They are made from thrift store goodies. I use belts and old costume jewelry. They are unique! You aren’t going to run into lots of other people wearing these vintage pieces.

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Trash To Treasure Bracelets that have been repurposed from belts and vintage jewelry-there are lots to choose from!
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Hand Painted 4×4 Gallery Wrap Canvas Ornaments-Great for trees or Wall Decor $20 each

Art:

I am so ready to dive back into some canvas art work. My poor Madame Coy is patiently waiting on my easel in the studio. I look at her longingly as I gather, organize and inventory things for recent events.

Why do I do these events? I do these events because they are a great way to meet people, connect with communities, and foster future opportunities in the art world. 

More Art:

The Electric Company, in Bedford Virginia is a member run gallery where my work was recently accepted. I have about four pieces on display there currently and will be taking some of my scarves, bracelets and so on after the upcoming show. I am excited to be working with them and hope you will go check the town out and all of the great artistic things going on in town. Here is the link:  The Electric Company Art & More on Facebook I have not gotten to spend a lot of time there yet, but am looking forward to working with this group. Below is one of the pieces on display and currently available for purchase at TEC.

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Original Art By Valerie Dowdy Mixed Media-Oil, Acrylic, and Ink

Coming Soon:

Be sure you check back in with me at the beginning of January, I have some big news to share!

Peace,

Valerie

You can look at a picture for a week and never think of it again.

You can also look at the picture for a second and think of it all your life.

-Joan Miro