Hello! Here I am again reporting about our latest ArtBeat of the Fall Season. This time was Benton Paul's time to shine! He did great and the people that showed up to see him had a good time. At the end of the concert he took the time to sign autographs for his fans. Which they appreciated.
Just Alliance was in charge of the pre-show, laying down some cool music and helping us to enjoy the night.
Personally I had fun chatting with vendors. They are just amazing people! This time we are featuring three great vendors. We are so happy to have them.
First, we have Shanel Myers. She is a young jewelry maker. Her pieces are so pretty! Let's see what she has to tell us.
Tell us a bit about yourself.
My name is Shanel Myers. I'm 24 years old and I was born and raised here in Las Vegas, Nevada. I have a daughter and t of my her name is Scarlet. Most of my days I'm spending time with my family and friends. And other days I'm constantly creating. I mostly make jewelry but I also love to "do it yourself" (DIY) as well!
What do you make? Do you have an online shop?
I create many designs of wire wrapped jewelry. All of my pieces are all handmade by myself. I make rings, necklaces, bracelets and earrings all wire wrapped that are all one of a kind. A lot of supplies, charms and beads are found pieces from thrift/vintage stores. I also do a lot of personalized inexpensive customized jewelry. I will soon be getting an Etsy account, but as of now I have a website that is currently under construction.
Apart from creating things, what do you do?
I'm a full time mom, part time employee at Antropologie and part time creating jewelry and DIY projects.
Where does your inspiration comes from?
My inspiration comes from current fashion trends as well as vintage inspired jewelry. Pinterest and Lookbook.nu are my favorite websites I go on to get inspiration.
What does handmade means to you?
Handmade to me means that it comes from the heart, it's unique,one of a kind and it's never perfect.
Who has been most influential in your crafts?
The most influential person that has been a huge part of my craft would have to be my boyfriend. He loves coming to events with me and he is always coming up with new ideas and he always wants to be par of it any way he can. He know how happy I am when I am making jewelry and he hopes one day he can quit his job so we can be traveling gypsies and sell my jewelry for a living! :D
Shanel is a super nice girl. I'm so happy to have her as part of the ArtBeat.
Our second featured artist is Josdi Mehr. Her work is amazing! Here is what she said:
Tell us a bit about yourself.
I'm an artist. Art teacher and owner of BabyLondRed Studios and the paited party mobile art parties.
What do you make?
Acrylic on canvas, watercolor collage and gift cards. My website is BabyLonRed.com
Apart from creating things, what do you do?
I'm a marathon runner, mom of two girls and two dasehunts and wife to Michael.
Where does your inspiration comes from?
Graphic Arts mixed with abstract really move me. I love the work of Stina Perssons.
What does handmade means to you?
Real craft. Not mass production.
Who has been most influential in your craft?
Beauty, message, empathy.
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Last, but not least. We have Ashley Peek! A talented face painter.
Tell us a bit about you self.
My name is Ashley Devon Peek and I'm 28 years old. I have been married for 9 years and have two great kids. Seth who is 8 and Lilly who is 4. I'm originally from Queens, NY and have been living here in Vegas since I was 18. I've always been an artist and originally wanted to go to art school and draw for Marvel comics. When I was in high school I started to sell my art in galleries around the city and started face painting as my after school job! Since I moved to Vegas I moved into the early childhood education field and focused on being a mommy, but art is my soul and love to share it with the world, specially with children.
What do you make?
I love creating art for children! I make sweet nursery room artwork that can be personalized and custom ordered. I also paint murals for children's rooms and of course I am a professional face and body painter.
Apart from creating things, what do you?
For the last eight years I have been a teacher in the early childhood education field. However, I have taken a break to stay home and be with my kids and work on my art business. Face painting has been a huge part of my life these days and I love it!
Where dies your inspiration comes from?
My inspiration comes from all over. From comics to fairytales, to childhood memories. Inspiration can strike at any moment, so I often keep a notepad with me to quickly write down ideas as they come.
What does handmade means to you?
Handmade to me means made with care and detail. To really work with your hands and feel your craft. I feel like in today's digital society we can easily forget the fine details that go in to one of a kind handmade creations and the people who put the time and heart into the work.
Who has been most influential in your crafts?
My children inspire me everyday, I love to see what's new to then and they like and how I can put it into my art, whether it's on a face painting or on the artwork I make for their rooms, they keep my ideas fresh!
My son is a fan of Ashley. He loves her and his favorite part of the ArtBeat is getting cool art on his face!
I hope you can join us at the next ArtBeat on October 12th. The pre-show starts at 6:30pm and the concert at 8:00pm. Come spend your Friday night with us. Food, Music and lots of amazing crafts and art!
As always, here are some pics of the rest of the amazing vendors!
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