Summer School at MCAD!!

Can't wait to start my class next week at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. I've lived blocks from MCAD for many years and have always thought about taking classes there. While at the Art-a-Whirl a couple of weeks ago I picked up a booklet from MCAD with continuing studies in art education. I found the perfect class for me to bring my business to the next level.

Licensing for Artists is something I've been researching for a while now and can only find so much information from text and online. It will be nice to take a class with someone who has had some real world experience and get some good feedback from professionals in the business. The class will cover so many things I've had questions about in the last year including a licensing portfolio, brand identity and royalties. I hope to continue taking classes a la carte to free myself from the mundane routine of life. :) A class in mold making and screen printing is next on my list.

Sewing Friends Fabric Design

I love these characters and I've been working on some sewing accessories that feature them. I've just about finished the prototypes and will send the file to Spoonflower for printing within the week. This pattern will be used to for some mini zipper pouches. I plan to design more patterns featuring Mushroom Hill and my storybook characters.

New Craft Show - The Talent Show

Typically my rule for a new show is to check it out before I participate. Even in its first year The Talent Show looks very promising. After seeing some of the artists signing on, one of my favorites being Too Many Suitors, I decided to give it a shot. The space looks beautiful and since I have plenty of inventory.. what the heck, I'll try it out. Sometimes you have to take a risk. Who knows it may be the next great indie craft show. Wish me luck, heres the scoop!

The Talent Show is a fine arts & craft event in the Kingfield neighborhood of Minneapolis, featuring over 30 high-quality craftspeople and fine artists.

June 5th & 6th, 2010
Saturday & Sunday 10AM-6PM
Rau+Barber Studio 4244 Nicollet Avenue S.
Minneapolis, MN 55409

May Day Parade

In the mood for giant paper mache floats, hare krishna, patchouli, and mini donuts ... check out the annual May Day Parade! Held by In The Heart of the Beast don't miss next years festival on the first Sunday of May.

Giant Elephant made with Butter

Dr. Suess Horn

Age of Aquarius

Day of the Dead Skellies.

Giant Talking Tiger Head

Scary Misfit Skeletons

Nothing beats a shanty float with a couch and an oil drum pulled behind it.

Craftstravaganza 2010

I was a great day at the craft show yesterday. The weather was pleasant, the sales were a bit slow but I saw some old friends and met some new. I was really pleased with the look of my display. I think its the best so far. Thanks to all who came out to visit!