Union & Sepia Jewels Exhibit - Michael Douglas Jones - Terah Ware

 The UNION Exhibition 

by Michael Douglas Jones

will open in 

Boonsboro, Maryland 

GiftsInnBoonsboro 

February 4th - 29th

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Opening Reception

February 4th, 1-3pm

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 I am pleased to announce this upcoming exhibition.  A collection of mixed media art/journals that commemorate the sesquicentennial of the American Civil War. 

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Michael Douglas Jones displays layers of history with splendid antiquity.  Visual stories that are told from assemblage artifacts.

 When I first heard that Michael would be exhibiting his work at the "Gifts Inn Boonsboro" Gallery.  I immediately thought how wonderful it would be to have a dual show.  His work captivated me many years ago when I was visiting the Delaplaine Visual Arts Center in Frederick, MD.  I remember completely relating to his way of communication...through his work of art.  

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He was, by far, the artist who had a voice who spoke clearly and precisely...

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~ VISUALLY ~

It is with great pleasure that my new collection, "Sepia Jewels" of antique letters, wax seals, Edwardian lorgnette, and calligraphy nibs will be among these stories of old.

 "The Union exhibition includes a series of collage pieces that follow a personal journey through the fictional journals and love letters of a cavalry courier between 1861 and 1865. A slideshow of the art pieces are available here, and the book is available here."

Traveling Show - A Love & Hate Relationship

~ A Traveling Show ~

An Era's Ambiance

Jewelry  

I have this Love & Hate relationship with art festivals and shows.

I get really excited around the month of May...I find that all of my Winter stock that has been stashed away comes ALIVE!  I start planning on how I am going to change my booth around to better display the new collections.  I am always trying to find better ways to showcase and accentuate my style.

But that comes with a price... 

    

 I always forget how much work goes into a show.  I think it really hits home when you are standing outside in blistering HOT weather and sweat is pouring down your back.  All the while you are trying to look professional and inviting!

But even while your swatting the bugs, your booth and merchandise will say it all...

I'm here because I have a SOUL PASSION and a GIFT that I would like to share with others.

 

The long hours of creating, pricing, tagging, boxing and traveling pays off...

Because when that customer smiles and feels beautiful after she tries her necklace on...

~ My day is complete. ~

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I find that genuine compliments will linger. I am still thinking of what the woman said who was quite taken back from Sunday's booth..."This makes me want to cry." I asked her in a concerned manner, "Oh no, it makes you want to cry?" She added, "....because everything is sooooo beautiful!" 

 ~ Click HERE to see more of "An Era's Ambiance" Jewelry Traveling Photos ~

Moving the Titanic

I call our booth display the "Titanic"...because of its' enormous task to move it! 

I think this year we will be going with folding tables...

Less back work and faster setup!

A Treasure Trove

I found these gorgeous, Vintage Mother of Pearl Buttons that were perfect for UPCYCLING!

Hope they will be a HIT for my UPCOMING SHOWS!

A Treasure Trove of natural beauties that once adorned vintage apparel!

Beautiful hand dyed silk cord with pastel hues compliment these Natural Beauties!

~ $21 ~