EXECUTIVE BOARD Mary Kernahan - President mckernahan@yahoo.com Julie Sanford - Vice President
WINTER 2017 NEWS
juliesanford@charter.net
From the President
Lori Brauer - Vice President lorib@mi.rr.com Ericia Bartels - Treasurer ericiab@yahoo.com Jennifer Marcson - Secretary jennifermarcson@gmail.com Christine Bossler - Past President christine.bossler@gmail.com Danielle Blanchard - Newsletter daniellesings@comcast.net Janice Degen - At Large janice.degen@gmail.com Sondra Hoffman - At Large shweaver1@comcast.net Katie MacDonald - At Large katie.macdonald@wayne.edu John Myer—Webmaster john-myer@yahoo.com Chloe Lewis—At Large erbabellaverde@gmail.com Eric Okon - Publicity ericokon@gmail.com Ralph Paruszkiewicz - Sponsors rparus2000@yahoo.com Lyn Wagner-Ditzhazy - Membership funkybeadz@comcast.net
Dear Members, 2017 is shaping up to be a busy one for MSG, as the Board and I are gearing up to bring lots of exciting events to you . Some old favorites will be returning, plus we are busy developing and finalizing some new and interesting opportunities that will be coming your way very soon.
Creative Studies and Wayne State University. A free event with lectures, demos, and a whole lot of networking and fellowship, it will take place March 16-18. If you've never attended one, make sure you do. It's a total blast. We are also contributing to the Metals 2017 exhibition which runs March 8-April 11 at the University Gallery at Eastern Michigan University. The exhibition will feature 71 works from college students, with an opening reception on Wednesday March 8, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Our workshop schedule is getting really full thanks to the efforts of Julie Sanford and Lori Brauer. With everything they have in the works it's going to be hard to decide where to spend your workshop dollars. Look elsewhere in this Thanks to Ralph Paruszkiewicz securing newsletter for details of upcoming two gallery bookings at the City Hall offerings. Artspace in Dearborn, MSG will be holding two exhibitions. First will be an MSG is contributing to the return of the old Hammer In event with College for Cont.d on Page 9
2017 All Member Salon Exhibition The premise of this show is to celebrate the achievements of all of our members in an inclusive setting that will allow us to look broadly at the diversity amongst our membership that includes metalsmiths, jewelers, blacksmiths, students, and independents. The Details: The work must be original. Work produced in a school curriculum is eligible. Participants must be current members of MSG. Artists may select their very best three pieces for inclusion for no participation fee for all members.
Membership forms can be found on the MSG web site http://misilversmith.org/ index.php?doc=becomemember.php Please indicate a permanent address and best phone/email for proper communication. Dates: Show opening Saturday April 1 6-8 p.m. closing Saturday April 29 Location: City Hall Artspace Lofts. 2017 MSG All Members Salon Exhibition opening held in the community room of the Annex (Cont.d on page 4)
Upcoming MSG Workshops 2017 Look for e-mail, web and Facebook blasts OCTOBER 21st – Pearl Carving with Betsy Lendhoff at Armstrong Tool and Supply for details as they are released. MARCH 11th – Russian Filigree with Mary Kernahan at Armstrong Tool and Supply
NOVEMBER (exact date to come) – Mokume with James Viste location will be finalized at a later date
MARCH 16th, 17th, 18th – Hammer In at CCS with Tom Madden, Jim Cotter and Nicole Jacquard, James Viste, and more! Also in the works with dates to come: th th APRIL 8 and 9 – Damascene with Tom Idelle Hammond Sass – “Drawing from the Heart” workshop Madden at CCS with Jeff Fulkerson at Studio JSAPRIL 2830—Stone Inlay
James Zelinske - Engraving —Lori Brauer & Julie Sanford
WORKSHOPS at STUDIO JSD Fabrication 1 Five weeks
February 28--March 28
Fabrication 2 Five weeks
April 18-May 16
Tuesdays 1-4pm or 6-9pm
Tuesdays 1-4pm or 6-9pm
Learn introductory metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication skills as
Fabrication 2 will cover wire forming, work hardening, annealing,
you work your way through two sterling and copper projects. You
basic ring construction, soldering and bezel setting a stone. Students
will learn the basics of texturing metal, forming, making jump rings,
will create a variety of patterned wire, and make several pieces of
assembly, sawing, piercing, drilling, filing, mechanical and hand fin-
jewelry including cuff and bangle bracelets, band or stack rings and
ishing, rivets, clasps, bails and patina. Studio procedures and safety
a bezel set stone ring. Prerequisite: Fabrication 1.
will be covered along with proper tool use and care.
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Richard Salley--Popular California artist and workshop presenter
Michael David Sturlin--We are excited to be welcoming Award
Richard Salley once again brings his technical expertise and unique
winning goldsmith and international instructor Michael David Sturlin
southwest-flavored aesthetic to Studio JSD in July, 2017! Richard's
for a 6th annual Visiting Artist Workshop in August 2017. The rela-
classes are always a hit, and these classes are filling up quickly!
tionship Studio JSD has developed with Michael over the years has
Choose a one day clasp making workshop or a 2 day etched locket
been rewarding both personally and professionally, and we are hon-
project--or do both at a discounted rate!
ored that he is willing to share his time and expertise with us for another fabulous session. Choose a 3 day forged bracelet workshop or a 2 day fine silver chain class.
MEMBERS IN ACTION
R. Jean Ruth was featured in the 2016 Marshall Fredericks Museum Biennial Exhibition last fall. Page 14 of the catalog featured her entry. http://marshallfredericks.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/ webRBJSE-Catalog-2016-final-prt-5.pdf
Judy Wenig Horswell tells us The Goshen Jewelers Guild is offering a series of classes in enameling, cold connections, and lost wax casting. Check out our web site at GOSHENJEWELERSGUILD.COM for class descriptions and to register. The GJG also has a window front display at the Goshen Historical Museum on Main Street, Goshen.
Betsy Lehndorff will be teaching a pearl carving class to students at Armstrong Tool & Supply in October, thanks to the efforts of Lori Brauer. April through September Betsy will also be teaching at a number of other schools, including Metalwerx, the William Holland School of Lapidary Art, the Florida Society of Goldsmiths in West Palm Beach, the Bead & Button show in Milwaukee, the Denver School of Metal Arts and Washington Street Arts Center.
Julie Sanford had a Step by Step article published in the January Lapidary Journal/Jewelry Artist magazine. It featured “Floating Opals” in repurposed Christmas light bulbs.
She’s also doing a weekly Jewelry Studio Notes blog for F+W Media. To see the latest, go to http://www.interweave.com/category/ article/jewelry/
WORKSHOPS at ARMSTRONG Delft Clay Casting with Mary Kernahan: Wednesday March 29, 6-9 p.m. $60 plus supplies (bronze or sterling)
Forged and Twisted Bracelets with Lesley DiPiazza: Saturday February 25, 1-5 p.m. $60 plus supplies (approximately $10)
Stake Forming with Mini Stakes with Mary Kernahan: Saturday February 4, 10 a.m .– 2 p.m. $60.00 plus supplies (approximately $6)
Russian Filigree with Mary Kernahan: Wednesday, March 1, 6-9 p.m. $60.00 plus supplies (approximately $15)
Saltwater Etching with Mary Kernahan: Wednesday February 8, 6-9 p.m 60.00 plus supplies (approximately $10.00)
Tube Set Soldered Pendant with Mary Kernahan: Wednesday March 8, 6-9 p.m $60.00 plus supplies (approximately $12)
New Class - Rivets with Christine Bossler: Wednesday February 15, 6-9 p.m. $60.00 plus supplies (approximately $6)
Gypsy Set Ring w/ Lesley: Saturday March 11, 1-5pm $65.00 plus supplies ( approximately $15)
Etching Sterling Silver with Ferric Nitrate with Lesley DiPiazza: Saturday February 18, 1-6 p.m. $75.00 plus supplies (approx. includes silver and ferric nitrate)
Twisted Wire Appliqué with Mary Kernahan: Saturday March 18, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. $60.00 plus supplies (approximately $10)
Introduction to Soldered Prong Construction with Mary Kernahan:. Wednesday February 22, 6-9 p.m. $60.00 plus supplies (approximately $10)
Roll Printed Earrings with Lesley DiPiazza: Wednesday March 22, 6-9 p.m. $60.00 plus supplies (approximately $10)
www.armstrongtoolsupply.com
(248) 474-1600
Building of the old Dearborn City Hall located at 13615 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, Mi. 48126 Display: All works must be framed, which could be a simple picture frame or a shadow box or another contraption of your own making. Artwork must be securely attached to the frame and have appropriate hardware attached to the frame. All work will be hung from a wall and we need it to be ready. Sales: The work will be displayed and for sale in the Community room on April 1st and 2nd , and then moved on April 3rd to a secure gallery in the City Hall Building for the rest of the month ,where it will be displayed and for sale. All showing’s after April 1 and 2 will be by appointment only with Ralph Parus (A resident of City Hall Artspace Lofts) or the artist (Artist must contact Ralph Parus at 313-932-4875 to open gallery) , unless City Hall Artspace Lofts decides to open the building to the public on Saturdays. No commission fees on sales. Artist is responsible for all transactions. If you want to take a tour of the Facilities at City Hall Artspace Lofts call Ralph Parus at 313-932-4875 WE ARE HOPING to COORDINATE ACTIVITIES THROUGH DEARBORN ART THAT WOULD ALLOW FOR VIEWING OPPORTUNITIES AS WELL> Liability: The work will be in a secure area of City Hall Artspace Lofts during the entire month. Delivery of Work: All work must be hand delivered or shipped to City Hall Artspace Lofts by Monday March 27 between 12-5pm. If it is hand delivered to City Hall Artspace Lofts contact Ralph Parus at 313-932-4875. You may have a representative drop off your work. Pick up of Work: All work must be picked up in person at the At City Hall Artspace Lofts by Saturday, April 29, 10A.M. -5 P.M. You may have a representative pick your work up for you; however you must notify us in advance at 313-932-4875 How to RSVP: To RSVP please provide the following information by March 1, 2017: 1. By Email- Ralph Parus:rparus2000@yahoo.com 2. Register online at:
https://goo.gl/forms/QalpBHTHf7bj56sJ3 • One image of each piece you plan on exhibiting. Mail or email to rparus2000@yahoo.com 13615 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI. 48126 c202 Images should be good quality for possible use in publicity. • Inventory: for each piece: Please include: your name, title, material, framed size, price or value if not for sale. AND 2. By Mail (send to: Ralph Parus 13615 Michigan Avenue C202, Dearborn,Mi. 48126): • Include Membership Form with membership fee if you are not up to date by the time of RSVP
Dates to Remember: RSVP Participation: Wednesday March 1 Delivery of Work: Mon. 03/27, 10-5 PM Exhibition Dates: Saturday April 1 – Saturday April 29, 2017 Artist Reception: Saturday April 1 6-8 PM Pick-Up of Work: Saturday April 29, 10-5 PM Questions: Ralph Parus at rparus2000@yahoo.com or 313-932-4875
PEWTER WORKSHOP WITH TOM MADDEN
Any workshop with Tom Madden is time and money well spent. The most recent in November 2016, was all about Pewter: The Other White Metal. The magical teaching style of Tom Madden brought pewter to a new level of appreciation for all who attended the 2016 workshop. We were introduced the pliable, forgiving pewter to form our own vessels. The group learned to develop patterns, score, bend, weld, solder, and cast pewter. I believe we all came away with a new found interest in the Other White Metal. Yes, Tom, you must be living right. —Lori Brauer
EXAMPLES OF MADDEN MADNESS...
A DAY AT PENLAND By Ralph Paruszkiewicz Just after I caught the metals itch I started searching for somewhere to learn more about working with metal. Since this was ,- Internet for me, I was confined to doing my research at the library and bookstores. In one of the books I found,” Gift From the Hills” ,written by Lucy Morgan, I learned about Penland school of crafts. Lucy Morgan was the person who founded the school in 1929. She was also still working in the school supply store when I went there for my first jewelry workshop taught by Mary Ann Scherr in 1976.
That summer at Penland was a summer filled with firsts, It was the first time I had the pleasure of meeting many noted artists and craftsmen. It was the first time I was able to work at my craft day and night along with other craftsmen and artists. Living in a community that was filled with hundreds of like-minded people built a massive amount of creative energy. It was Energy that I absorbed and used to help me to create. That is the reason I became part of a community of artists today. I wanted to re-capture that part of my Penland experience. But I have to make my own meals. I can’t walk over to the Pines and stand in line to grab something good to eat. After Dinner there is always a game of volleyball in he court right outside the Pines. And after volleyball, a return to the studio, to practice what I was taught at class that day. Or maybe, go to a slide lecture from a visiting artist. When the lecture was over, I would spend the rest of the night either watching someone else working at their art or work on my own. I have many wonderful memories of Penland ; these are memories that have helped shape my life. My experience at Penland helped form the art backbone I have today. After that first Penland experience I was lucky to return for four more jewelry/metals workshops. Hopefully My Penland experience isn’t over yet.
PENLAND REVISITED (CONT.D)
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT (CONT.D) all member exhibition in April. Details are found elsewhere in this newsletter, plus are available on the website and Facebook pages. Second we will be sponsoring a graduate exhibition in June to celebrate the work of our College for Creative Studies, Wayne State University and Eastern Michigan University metals graduates. Details on this exhibition are forthcoming.
completely renovated website. And speaking of the website, if you have events or news to share, please contact one of the board members and have them post it for you. More news is always good. Also, If you haven't taken advantage of the member gallery feature, please do so. Your fellow guild members want to see what you've been creating. Applications for the MSG booth at the South University Ann Arbor Art Fair will be sent shortly, and the venue and date for our annual "holiday party" will be finalized soon.
In other news, thanks to new board member Chloe Lewis, MSG now has an Instagram account. If you're an As always, we will keep you informed of all of these Instagram user, find MSG posts using events as they develop via all our usual methods (email, #michigansilversmithguild. our website, Facebook and US Mail). John Myer is busy updating and improving out website to make it more accessible and user friendly. It's going to take some time, but once he's done we will have a
Sincerely, Mary Kernahan MSG President
(MSG member Betsy Lehndorff has been writing a new weekly blog for Interweave, publishers of Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist and other craft magazines. Recently she wrote about what happens tax wise when you donate your jewelry to fund raisers. To see her blog, go to http://www.interweave.com/ jewelry
Donating Your Jewelry for Fundraisers By Betsy Lehndorff H21: Handouts from the 21st Century is a collection of 60 handouts and teaching aids from 45 artists. Order H21 from SNAG for $56. Proceeds benefit SNAG and Haystack's J. Fred Woell Scholarship fund.
Metalwerx of Waltham, MA is having a fundraiser March 31 and asked me to donate a piece of my jewelry. I’ll be teaching pearl carving there in April, and agreed to send them a pendant that sells for $125. Metalwerx is a 501c(3) non-profit organization, so my contribution will be tax deductible. But only the cost of the materials is deductible. No mark up, no labor cost. This is what the law says. So, I do the math: One high quality halfdrilled freshwater pearl $5; one chain with spring ring clasp $8; a couple inches of sterling silver wire and a dab of casting shot $0.50. That’s a grand total of $13.50, which isn’t much. So, I add a $4.34 gift box; Sunshine polishing cloth for $1.25; packing material $0.50; shipping box $0.86; mailing label $0.10; packaging tape $0.10; postage $3.40; dental grade diamond ball bur $5.99, and business card. The bur is used in the class I teach – sort of a gift with purchase if a jeweler buys the piece. Now I have a donation worth $30. But my real cost is about $91.44. This includes the loss of $75 I would have made if I had sold the pearl at a gallery.
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Could this be an investment in advertising and promotion? Metalwerx will photograph the piece professionally and auction it off on eBay with help from the Paypal Giving Fund. I will post their auction on my blog and on Facebook. They will promote my class, and all of these efforts could attract buyers for both of us. Metalwerx has a great track record. Their first auction in 2014 raised $10,000, so I am happy to donate to something reliable.
CENTER FOR METAL ARTS UPCOMING WORKSHOPS FOR 2017 Former Board Member, Dan Neville, has sent a listing of some of the upcoming offerings. If your schedule permits, you can stuffy with him and other staff. Lesley DiPiazza is listed here as well MSG is well represented!
Intermediate and Advanced Wetalsmithing Qorkshops Introduction to Raising with Dan Neville: March 25th & 26th Bracelet Making with Marie DeWerff: April 22nd & 23rd
Intro to Mokume Gane with Dan Neville: May 5th - 7th Low Relief Chasing and Repousse with Adam Whitney: June 16th - 18th Pewter Tumblers with David Clemons: August 4th - 6th Stone Setting for Beginners with Sarah Rachel Brown: September 8th - 10th Fabrication 101 with Erica Bello: October 6th - 8th Roll Printing and Keum Boo with Lesley Dipiazza: November 4th & 5th www.centerformetalarts.com/ 44 Jayne St, Florida, NY 10921