Mundelein Arts Festival Sept 9 & 10, 10 am–5 pm Mundelein Community Connection and Mundelein Park & Recreation District Present: Kracklauer Park, 100 N. Seymour Ave. 2023 Artist Preview for the
Mundelein Community Connection and Mundelein Park & Recreation District invite you to this sneak peak at the artists attending the 2023 Mundelein Arts Festival.
We hope you will join us for beautiful art, live music and delicious food on Saturday, September 9 & Sunday, September 10, 10 am-5 pm at Kracklauer Park, 100 N. Seymour.
Mark Dreyer
donna@theartofpens.com
http://theartofpens.com
Distinctive writing instruments hand turned from hand cast acrylic blanks filled with watch faces, abalone shell, feathers, crushed pennies, etc. Hand turned wood bowls, platters and peppermills.
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https://www.SherrillsFluidArt@gmail.com
Sherrill Miller
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Frank Muci
frankmceramics@gmail.com
As an artist, I view myself as a storyteller. I’ve displayed at the Festival of the Arts three times and known primarily for ceramics with images. I’ve added some other decorative techniques.
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Julie Furgat
angelweardesigns@hotmail.com
http://AngelWearDesigns.com
I create one of a kind pieces of jewelry from my own designs. I fabricate & cast my settings from .999 fine silver, 18k, 22k gold. I utilize natural unique gemstones in each piece of jewelry.
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Harry Kurtz
hkurtz2013@gmail.com
http://www.facebook.com/HarryKurtzDesigns
I create handmade functional objects out of wood used primarily for serving purposes along with wood signs used as wall art .
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The Kirk Players https://www.kirkplayers.org/
info@lifemaps.biz
http://www.lifemaps.biz
Custom map depicting a life story. Interview data converted to map features with whimsy and humor. Hand-drawn with some images printed and affixed. Permanent marker and crayon on acid-free paper.
Ronnis Oher
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Paulette Colo
dpcolo64@comcast.net
http://paulettecolo.com
I was born in Chicago, IL. I have drawn and painted for as long as I can remember. I am mostly self-taught but I have been fortunate to study informally under some fine artists.
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Robert London
sfcbob121@aol.com
https://www.shorefishermanscorner.com
Self-taught outdoors photographer. My images include landscapes, fall color, and wildlife. I specialize in the Amer. Great Plains . I conceptualize, shoot, color manage, print and frame all my work.
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Jan and Mike Gussin
jan@earthwindandfiredltd.com
http://www.earthwindandfiredltd.com
Multiple fusings of dichroic, colored and clear glasses, followed by cold working, results in highly dimensional and colorful glass, which is then made into unique jewelry.
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Peter Brenner
peterbrenner@yahoo.com
Hand crafted Sterling Silver, 14K Gold and Copper jewelry, set with semi-precious gems and fresh water pearls. Jewelry is created by the fabrication method..
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Diane Barker-Jones
Collaborator: Stephen Jones
arizonajones92@gmail.com
Individually hand-painted women’s casual wear done with acrylic paints, dyes & paintbrushes on front & back of each garment by Diane only. Most are 100% Garment-dyed Cotton made in the USA for Diane.
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Lori Indovina Valus
Lvalus@comcast.net
My inspiration is nature. My watercolors are based on all the nature photography I have taken. I enjoy watercolor /mixed media, combined with drawing and also painting on canvas.I love to experiment.
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Teppi Jacobsen
jepceramics@gmail.com
https://www.instagram.com/jep_ceramics
Using various clay bodies I create primarily on the pottery wheel with some use of hand building. I specialize in surface decoration using multiple techniques including carving and glaze layering.
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Collaborator: Gloria Hilbelink
lorihil@hotmail.com
http://www.Facebook.com/CozyButtonCreations
We use up-cycled knit material and antique buttons to create fabulous wearable art. All of our pieces are one of a kind.
Lori Gorby
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Hilary Crandall
hilarycran@yahoo.com
1.3 million tons of textiles are destroyed each year. My wall hangings and rugs are a colorful, easy way to add warmth to your home. At least 80% of the fabric used has been thrifted.
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Jeffrey Niziolek
Associate: Karen Niziolek
natureatnight@gmail.com
https://natureatnight.com/
Acrylic paint on canvas with some that I have used added gels and or molding paste to give an added fresh textured look. Brush and pallet knife used to create details and highlight techniques.
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Nancy Krahn
nrkrahn@aol.com
https://NancyKrahnJewelryDesign.com
Hand fabricating techniques in Sterling Silver, 14K Yellow and Rose Golds with Gemstone and Lampwork Bead accents. Designs are a fusion of Botanically inspired and geometric forms.
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Vandana Jain
vandanajain80@gmail.com
https://vandyarts.com
These nature-inspired, mixed media oil paintings have several layers which include collaged papers, inks, paint markers, acrylic paint, and then finished with a few layers of oil paint.
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Dana Blossom
Collaborator: Don Burnett
dadojewelry@yahoo.com
http://www.dadojewelry.wixsite.com/dado
I mine semiprecious stones and cut and polish them into cabochons and facets. I hand carve the settings out of wax and use the lost wax technique and centrifugal force to cast in sterling silver.
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Wendy Morowitz
wendymorowitz@yahoo.com
https://www.facebook.com/wendysartglass
I create hand-crafted fused glass, dichroic jewelry, home décor, and other items made from glass. Each piece of glass is cut by hand and decorated with glass. I fire the glass up to 1500 degrees.
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Shawn Killackey
skill65@sbcglobal.net
https://www.facebook.com/shawnkillackeycreations
I primarily use acrylic on either canvas or framed boards and the subjects of my paintings can range from people to animals to scenery.
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Moushami Iyer
pastelzenna@gmail.com
I hand paint and design terracotta pots and woodwork inspired by henna techniques. Most of my work features ancient mandala work, without the use of stencils or graphic art.
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Robert Hogan
rob.hogan3@gmail.com
https://robhogan.me/
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https://instagram.com/rehgn3?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM= I create acrylic paintings.
Olya Adkison
olimolidesigns@gmail.com
https://olimolidesigns.com
Olimoli Designs is a woman-owned handcrafted jewelry brand, made with natural gemstones, exclusive Swarovski crystals, copper, sterling silver and 14K gold-filled metal.
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Denise Craig dcraig224@icloud.com
Genevieve Modlin
emeraldmomma3@gmail.com
https://linktr.ee/emeraldmomma
https://www.etsy.com/shop/emeraldmommascrafts
Associates: Gillian Hummel
Hand bound upcycled journals and notebooks made with vintage, handmade and recycled materials.
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Dave Bertaud
Associates: Michele Bertaud, Rachel Bertaud, Xavier Bertaud
Dtbwoodworks@gmail.com
https://dtbwoodworks.us
I have been making things from wood for quite some time. I make unique, custom pieces that are functional, yet exhibit the beauty of the wood. I strive to used felled and reclaimed timber.
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Hardesty mkshchannel1520@tds.net BOOTH 29
Kathy
Tova Rosenblat
sterlingbytova@sbcglobal.net
I create one of a kind hand crafted pieces. Each piece is intriqute, beaded, and metal wire wrapped. I make each one with a lot of care and love.
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Alex Bolton
Alexhaspurpose@gmail.com
I roll 3/8” slabs of clay through my slab roller and form my serving platters by hand, wheel throw my utensil holders, bacon cookers, and bowls.
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Eliza Piazza
dharmacowgirlej@gmail.com
https://dharmacowgirl.com/
I use sterling silver to create pendants & charms, some I hand gild w/24K gold. W/my charms & pendants w/gemstone beads I make necklaces, earrings, & bracelets with sterling chain/findings & leather.
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Laura Garcia
ivorydreams@juno.com
https://www.paperperennial.com/
I am a paper artist that specializes in making realistic floral displays and framed art. I typically use linen, cardstock, and vellum papers to design my work.
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Raymond Chen
imagechen@aol.com
I combine composition, basic drawing skill and color concept as well to present a energetic, awesome,clear painting on paper thru various technique methods such as stroking, tapping and blocking.
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James Hojnacki
j002@aol.com
http://naturelifephotography.com
Black and white photography has been my specialty. My color images share some of the features of my B&W with long exposure and depth of field control and computer alteration.
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Therese Kobel
theresekobel.artist@gmail.com
Handbuilt, one of a kind pots, birdhouse and aquarium art with faces, and personality. Some are so ugly they are cute. Using earthenware and stoneware, bisque and glaze fired.
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Patricia Magdziarz
paradisebaypottery@gmail.com
http://www.paradisebaypottery.com
Using a stoneware clay body, vessels are created on my pottery wheel then altered and carved. I decorate with slips and glazes then fire them to Cone 10 (2350 degrees) in a woodfired kiln.
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Lydia Shepard
lydia@lydiashepard.com
http://www.lydiashepard.com
I am a mosaic and fiber artist in Chicago, Illinois. My work is handmade by me and ranges from hangable wall art to jewelry and home goods. I primarily work with glass, stone, cotton, and wool.
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Lisa Lappe
LLappeonmaui@yahoo.com
https://www.mauidivegirl.com
Born and raised in the Mundelein, IL and a prior resident of Maui, Hawaii for 18 years with a passion for scuba diving. Adorn yourself with aloha - handmade jewelry inspired by the sea.
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Evelyn Grothendick
Evelyng@comcast.net
I love drawing pictures that speak to me. Sometimes I use pen and ink, colored pencils, or pastel, and sometimes a combination. Each has it’s own unique technique and hopefully brings across that love
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Cindy Heineman
Cindyheineman@cindyhineman.com
https://Cindyheineman.com
I make jewelry of vitreous glass melted onto metal, fabricated silver and copper, stones, and braided beads and fibers, for the contemporary woman.
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Debra Rauschert
Collaborator: Jim Rauschert
lylelynn1973@yahoo.com
Sterling and copper jewelry accented with natural opaque gemstones using the techniques of fold forming, texturing, torch and chemical patina and fine wire links of sterling and copper.
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Allison Kiehm
ankiehm19@gmail.com
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheArtistsAlley
The art I create is made out of recycled magazine paper and is rolled, glued together, and glazed to make functional and decorative pieces of art suitable for any gift giving occasion.
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Beth Markko
bmarkko@gmail.com
https://bethmarkkoartworks.com
The Encaustic process uses heat to fuse layers of beeswax to create smooth or textured pieces. The beeswax is applied to a cradled birchboard panel. A variety of materials can be collaged into a piece
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Ashley Neary
redlanternleatherworks@gmail.com
https://redlanternleatherworks.com
Using traditional leather working methods I create hand crafted belts custom sized while you wait. From full cowhide straps are cut, beveled & dyed by hand. I also make leather accessories & wall art.
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2023 Entertainment
Saturday , September 9
11-12:30 Jeff Justman
1-2:30 Old Enough To Know Better
3-4:30 Prairie Sky
Sunday, September 10
11-12:30 Frank Bagot
1-2:30 Doug Blake
3-4:30 Mary Lai
Food Vendors
Buddyz and Area Coffee
High School Student Artist tent
Student art from Mundelein and Carmel Catholic High Schools
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