Your Threads

New blog post! I started teaching ceramics classes at a new studio this summer and it was a fantastic experience. Check out my latest blog to learn about the projects we made. Link in bio.

Nick Lee’s incredible painting “This Yokai is a Ningyo” is on display mural-style in Cleveland. Very exciting!! It’s above Good Company on the Shoreway. Head out and check it out. You can also learn more about Nick’s art story through a Q&A interview here:
https://www.yourthreads.com/nicklee

Credit to and for making this mural happen.

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I had the pleasure of meeting jewelry maker Carlie from at the Thursday Market . I learned that she is originally from downstate Illinois and lived in Chicago for a number of years before recently moving to Cleveland, Ohio with her husband and two boys.

Her jewelry is a collection of timeless pieces that represent her creativity for combining shapes, crystals and various metals into beautiful art. You can see the thought and precision in each piece so expertly crafted and finished. I purchased a pair of earrings for myself that I know I will wear on the daily. Thank you Carlie, can’t wait to see you again at another market!

Brooks running shoes designed by artist Lisa Congdon. Love this design! Go to her bio to learn how to order a pair for yourself!

Yes to the tenth power. Drove past excellent mural art in Ohio City, Cleveland by & Thank you for sharing your talent for all of us to enjoy.

Art teacher extraordinaire Dayna is wearing some colorful outfits including our ROYGBIV Rainbow shirt!! (2nd from right). Available in my Etsy shop, link in bio 🌈

Nick Lee is a painter who lives in Cleveland, Ohio and is our new Featured Artist. Learn more about his incredible art and art story here: https://www.yourthreads.com/nicklee

Nick’s Artist Statement:

“The body of work explores the idea of using traditionally unrepresented people as the subject, in the history of western art production. Additionally, the work seeks to represent the minorities, specifically Asian Americans that have been diminished in traditional American history of portraiture. The subjects in these works are usually all minorities like the artist, Nick Lee who is Japanese American. We live in a diverse world and we should reflect that in our paintings. There is an important need for representation for the young people of color learning about art to see themselves in paintings. This work wants to give better representation for people of color. People of color have been misrepresented in western art history and these paintings can start a conversation of inclusion.”

**New blog post about facebook Art educator groups! Woo hoo! These groups are a great place to connect with fellow Art teachers to chat about lessons, materials, classroom management, etc. Click the link or forward this to an art teacher you know!
https://www.yourthreads.com/blog

I delight in the ways Art can transform us. It can take us out of our bodies and transport us to a different time and mental space. Through music, writing, reading, art making and so many other ways. Does this happen to you too? Where you are so enthralled by Art that you escape your reality for a moment? I had that experience recently with and wrote about it. I would love to hear about your experiences over on the blog. Link: https://www.yourthreads.com/blog

I just finished listening to Ep. 526 of Jenna’s Goal Digger Podcast. She has the most valuable advice for small, creative businesses. Jenna started her career with a $600 camera from Craigslist. Soon became a top rated Wedding Photographer, then pivoted her business to become an invaluable resource and teacher for other small businesses. If you haven’t yet, please listen to her podcast, you will learn so much information that will set you on the right path for your success.