Jacki's artist reception this Thursday, May 1 in Newton

Come join me to celebrate the opening reception of my exhibition of watercolors and 3D Polymer Clay this Thursday in Newton.  The show continues for three weeks.

Lexington Open Studios Reception Sun, April 13, 2014

Come visit me and see my work at Lexington Open Studios

April 13, Sunday, Reception in Parsons Gallery 2-4 pm
April 26 and 27, Saturday/Sunday open studios, 11 am - 5 pm at:

Lexington Arts and Crafts Society

130 Waltham Street (2 blocks from Mass Ave)
Lexington, MA
781-862-9696
Free admission - Free Parking

 

See post below for my May polymer clay workshops.

Jacki's Upcoming Events

Come listen to me and four other artists describe our work:
 Inside the Artist's Studio 
Saturday March 29, 7:30 pm in Lexington.

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Come visit me and see my work at Lexington Open Studios
April 13, Sunday, Reception in Parsons Gallery 2-4 pm
April 26 and 27, 11 am - 5 pm at:

Lexington Arts and Crafts Society

130 Waltham Street (2 blocks from Mass Ave)
Lexington, MA
781-862-9696
Free admission - Free Parking

 

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 May Workshops

Polymer Clay Sparkle Jewelry Workshop art class - with CD-R's

Beginner to Advanced

SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2014
10:00am - 4:00pm

Lexington Arts & Crafts Society
130 Waltham Street (2 blocks from Mass Ave)
Lexington, MA 02421
781-862-9696

Register now, small class size.

This workshop will focus on recycling used CD-Rs to add sparkle to polymer clay projects. The film of the CD is removed and crackled then cut into sections for pins, earrings, pendants, and more. Every student will learn how to finish and bake original creations s/he can be proud to wear or give as a gift.

For more info and registration, contact the office or use online registration:
https://www.familyid.com/lexington-arts-and-crafts-society/sp14f02-polymer-clay-sparkle-cd-r-workshop-with-jacki-katzstartssaturday-may-24?cobranded=true

Also offered May 31  10 am - 2 pm at:

Arlington Center for the Arts, 41 Foster Street, Arlington MA 02474  

Tel 781-648-6220
For more info and registration, contact the office or use online registration:
http://reg125.imperisoft.com/acarts/ProgramDetail/3337343339/Registration.aspx

Visit Me at Spring stArts here exhibit and show!

Spring stArts here!  Polymer clay and beading guild artists  celebrate spring's colors and rebirth with new original art.  See my Lotus Cups (below) at the show.

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 Join me at the reception: March 2, 2014, 2-4 pm
Show runs March 1 - 16, 2014
Tuesday - Sunday 12-4
Saturday 10-4

Lexington Arts and Crafts Society
130 Waltham Street (2 blocks from Mass Ave)
Lexington, MA
781-862-9696

Free admission - Free Parking

POLYMER CLAY EXTRUDED TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP

Beginner to Advanced
SATURDAY, February 1, 2014
10:00am - 4:00pm
at Lexington Arts & Crafts Society
Society Members $75
Non-members $90
Fee includes $15 for materials provided by instructor.
Maximum: 10 students

Students will learn various techniques using extruded coils. Elements will be created for jewelry and sheets made to decorate and cover small tins or bulbs. Pieces will be baked and sanded to reveal layers. Tools discussed: clays guns, screw-type clay gun, garlic press – heavy duty and adapting a caulking gun. Techniques covered: coiling/spirals, Quilt Design Canes, Reto Blend Cane/Puff bead and Braiding/Links.
Available at Workshop: tissue blade, work surface, needle tool, clear acrylic roller, card stock and tiles for baking, skewers. Optional Finishing kit: ($5) pin-back, multiple wet/dry sandpapers, skewer, needle tool. Clay available at workshop for purchase at minimal cost. Tins and used bulbs will be available for covering.
Materials list: 2 oz pkgs of Polymer clay (Premo, Fimo soft, Kato). 2 pkg Black, 2 pkg White, 2 pkg Light colors, 2 pkg Dark colors, liquid Polymer Clay, Pasta Machine, Clay gun (screw-type available thru Polymer Clay Express, small tin, bowl or bulb to cover, jewelry wire and tools, cording or leather, clear plastic wrap, ruler, paper towels, index cards, storage container.

Students can bring their own equipment, lunch, beverage and a snack. We will discuss progress over lunchtime and take time at the end of class to review, evaluate and share.

Lexington Arts & Crafts Society
130 Waltham Street    (2 blocks from Mass Ave, Lexington Center)
Lexington MA 02421
call to Register:  (781) 862-9696
Free Parking

Decorating with Polymer Clay - Half-day workshop

Adult Course taught by Jacki Katz


This workshop will cover basic polymer techniques by making simple canes used to decorate beads and sheets of clay for jewelry and for decorating surfaces. Learn everything from conditioning and forming canes to baking and finishing your pieces. All skill levels are welcome.

Class Day: Saturday
1:00pm -- 4:00pm on January 25, 2014

Tuition: $65.00

Register: http://www.newartcenter.org/art/detail.aspx?id=AW147051

New Art Center · 61 Washington Park · Newtonville, MA 02460 |
Tel. 617.964.3424

Come Visit Me at the Holiday Marketplace!

Come see my work and buy great holiday gifts!
Holiday Market, all local artists

* Basketry * Ceramics * Fine Jewelry * Paintings * Weavers * Woodworks *

Photography * Needle Arts * Polymer Clay * Decorative Arts * Ornaments * Gift Certificates
December 4-24, 2013

Jacki Katz will be at the Show:
Dec. 4   12-4 pm
Dec. 13    10-2 pm

Dec. 18      2-6 pm

Dec. 20     10-2 pm
Dec. 22       3-6 pm

Lexington Arts and Crafts Society
130 Waltham Street (2 blocks from Mass Ave)
Lexington, MA
781-862-9696

Free admission - Free Parking

New Art Center Master Artists: Craft and Fine Art Show and Sale

Today at the show!  Come visit tomorrow, last day!  Hope to see you.
Show details below in prior blog post.

Come visit me at the Master Artists Exhibit, New Art Center Nov. 2-3

New Art Center Master Artists: Craft and Fine Art Show and Sale. Click for details.

Come visit me Sat/Sun November 2-3, 2013 at the show and see my latest work!

Click to see some of my necklaces in the exhibit.

 

Lexington Arts & Crafts Society Annual Fundraising Fair

Support local artists and  the Lexington Arts & Crafts Society!
See my New polymer clay items!

October 25-27, 2013
Lexington Arts & Crafts Society
130 Waltham Street    (2 blocks from Mass Ave, Lexington Center)
Lexington MA 02421
(781) 862-9696
Free Admission - Free Parking