Todd is Spotlight Artist at Mobilia

http://mobilia-gallery.com/

Atlanta Contemporary Jewelry Show 2012

This was our first time participating in the Atlanta Contemporary Jewelry Show. We want to thank Debra Lynn Gold and Leigh Griffin for inviting us to this wonderful show. They did an amazing job of organizing what proved to be a diverse collection of innovative jewelry artists from around the country.

I'll have new work at the Lingg Showroom  along with another local artist, Brandon Holschuh.

If you've never visited Lingg your in for a treat!

It's one of our best boutiques.

Atlanta Contemporary Jewelry Show

Todd and I are traveling down to Atlanta this week for not only better weather but to participate in the Atlanta Contemporary Jewelry Show

We are very excited to be invited to take part in this outstanding show. 

If you have friends in Atlanta please let them know the public is welcome. 

Peter Skubic at Gallery Loupe

We just returned from a whirlwind weekend in New York City where met up with my jewelry teacher from Cologne, Peter Skubic.

We had a lovely afternoon catching up. Peter's dynamic personality hasn't changed one bit and at 77 is still doing great work.

His show with Thomas Gentile at Gallery Loupe is just about to close but if you happen to by in Montclaire NJ in the next few days I would say it is definitely worth a visit!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UD9-C3WM5GI

http://www.galleryloupe.com/

Ikebana classes starting at Tap August 23!

Tap Studios is offering the opportunity to learn the fascinating art of Japanese flower
arrangement with Shoko Morton Thursday mornings.
Shoko has taught the Sogetsu method since 2006 and has been a
member of Ikebana International Cleveland chapter since 2000. The Sogetsu
School was established by late Sofu Teshigahara in 1927. Sogetsu Ikebana's
philosophy is based on the idea that Ikebana may be arranged anytime,
anywhere, by anyone and with any material. Flowers and plants are the
products of nature but Ikebana is the response of man's creativity and
imagination is expressed in the arrangement of the materials.

The textbook, container, kenzan and scissors will be available for purchase
from Shoko.

class cost: $12.00 + materials $8.00 to $12.00 (depending on the season)

meeting: every Thursday 10:00 to 1:00 starting August 23

Please email Debra with any questions you may have. rosendebra@gmail.com

Tap Studios
1667 E40th St #3B
Cleveland, Ohio 44103
www.tapstudios.com

It can't only be about jewelry!

Yes, sometimes we just have to get out and experience nature.

We love our kayaks (Roman most of all) because everything is so close, eye level. 

All the creatures; turtles, beavers, snakes, various birds are clearly visible in their own world, undisturbed. 

Masako's Woolsmithing Workshop at Tap

Last Saturday we hosted Masako Onodera and her Woolsmithing Workshop at the studio.

We had a wonderful day learning the different methods of needle felting. It's a fiber based technique that is appealing to jewelers because of the variety of different shapes and forms possible to create.

The small 3 dimensional shapes of felt can easily be incorporated onto metal structures such as earring or pin backs. Introducing us to a more organic way of combining materials without typical metalsmithing techniques such as solder or rivets.

 hard at work

   a plethora of Masako's work

a lovely finished piece

Todd's gold panning trip in this month's American Craft Magazine!

Here is a link to the article in American Craft featuring the trip Todd made last year.  The primary focus of the project was to bring awareness to mining and supply chain issues. 

 

Have a look at these short videos!

https://vimeo.com/31729587

https://vimeo.com/31730399

https://vimeo.com/31731627

https://vimeo.com/31731870

Masako Onodera at the William Busta Gallery

                                                        Masako Onodera  Eruption Cuff

On view now until November 12th is the exhibition Tactile Bodies featuring the work of Masako Onodera.  Her work has an oddly sensuous quality while being at the same time slightly unsettling.
She has taught metals and jewelry at Bowling Green University since 2008.  You can find more information about Masako at http://web.mac.com/masakoonodera/Masako_web/Home.html.
The William Busta Gallery is located at 2731 Prospect Ave.  Click here for more info about WBg.

New Tap by Todd Pownell

Have a look at Todd's  website to see what 

else is new.

Bridesmaids Workshop at Tap

The girls working on their necklaces.

We had a fun afternoon at the studio with Leanora and her bridesmaids.  They each created a unique charm necklace using stamping, hammering and forming techniques.  Some embellished their charms with Swarovski crystals.

Leanora contemplating her design.

Some of the completed charms.

Everyone modeling their finished necklaces

Todd's getting ready for the trip to South Dakota

     Todd and Roman on the lookout for gold on the Chagrin River

Practicing his panning technique.

Todd will shortly be on his way to the Black Hills of South Dakota prospecting for gold.   Along with Gabriel Craig (project founder),  Amy Weiks and the lucky couple,  Todd is going prospecting for the gold he will use to create the wedding bands. More info on the project  

The story might possibly be published by American Craft Magazine.

Open studio this Saturday at Tap June 25, from 12:00 to 4:00

Stop by this Saturday from 12:00 to 4:00 and see what's new at our studio.  You can either come on your own or hop on the Art Space trolley for a tour of our neighborhood.  The tour is organized every year by Bill and Harriet Gould who are true urban pioneers and promoters of our area.  Go to  http://artspacecleveland.com/ or 216/241-4355 for reservations or more information.
This is a great opportunity to discover a part of your city you might not be too familiar with.  Have a look at the current issue of Cool Cleveland to view a feature of who is included in the trolley tour.[Image]

Debra at the Shaker Arts and Music Fest tomorrow and Sunday

Make sure stop by my booth if your going to the Shaker Arts and Music Festival this weekend and see what new pieces I've been working on.   For more info click 

We are back from Seattle

Todd and I escaped for almost two weeks to attend the SNAG conference in Seattle.  We had four days to immerse ourselves in a world of contemporary jewelry and craft related lectures, demonstrations, and exhibitions.  Here is a very interesting blog from the Art Jewelry Forum that highlights some of the topics discussed and shows a few pieces from an outstanding exhibition we saw there called Geography.  http://www.artjewelryforum.org/blog/

After the conference we took a bit of time to explore the Olympic Peninsula

The launch of Todd's new website

We are pleased to announce the creation of Todd's new website.

http://tapbytoddpownell.com/index.html 

You can learn more about Todd and find out what fantastic new creations he is working on.

                                          

The latest Wedding Band Workshop couple at Tap

Last weekend we had the pleasure of getting to know Amy & Bob.  They are a fun loving couple who came to our studio to make their own wedding bands.  It is always a wonderful experience for us to welcome people into our workshop who have an adventurous spirit and guide them to making rings that are truly unique and reflective of their own personalities!

Debra's Orange Art Center Class Visits Tap Studios

Last Friday we welcomed my Orange Art Center class to the studio.  Sometimes a new working environment gets those creative juices flowing.  A productive afternoon was had by all.  More about the OrangeArt Center
This Sunday at 1:00 we will meet at the Convivium 33 Gallery at Josaphat Arts Hall to view the current exhibition: 21st Century Expressions of the Second Sex.  The exhibition represents work by the regions most thought provoking female artists.  http://josaphatartshall.com/gallery/