The Greater Westmoreland Creative Collective: Saturday Sneak Peek!

Monday, September 26, 2011

Saturday Sneak Peek!

An Artful Affair (Saturday, October 1st) is shaping up to be a really awesome day. Our talented artists have outdone themselves this year. If you enjoy seeing quality handcrafted work and unique designs, do yourself a favor and stop in for a visit. You won't be sorry!

A sampling of our artists' work:

Nan Loncharich, Fancy Wool Flowers

Merriann Grant, Zippity Doodads

Cia Williford, Briarwood Studio

Katie Resch

Helen Stetina

Lisa Hertzog

Also joining us again this year are two Associate GWCC Members:

Marlene Melego

Sue McLaughlin

And for the first time ever, we are welcoming a Student GWCC Member to the show, Ms. Alex Grant. Alex is a talented photographer and will be exhibiting a collection of her prints, including several, like this one, taken on a recent trip to Italy.

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Meet the GWCC Members

Merriann Grant - Zippity Doodads, designer jewelry

"I handcraft my pieces from sterling silver or 14k gold, with a focus on natural semi-precious and precious gemstones. My style sweeps a wide range from fresh and clean to classical and intricate. My handcrafted designs are clean, feminine and constantly evolving. My goal is to complement the beauty of each person who wears my creations."

Nan Loncharich - Fancy Wool Flowers, fabric flowers and accessories

"I started creating flowers three years ago shortly after joining a group of rug hookers in southwestern PA. You can hook a flower in 15 minutes--compared to a rug which may take years! I enjoy adapting various techniques in creative ways."

Cia Williford - Briarwood Studio, miniatures and paper arts

"My given name is Cynthia, but people usually call me Cia or Cindy. Take your pick. *grin* I'm a children's writer, a web designer (specializing in small, affordable sites for other creative people), an artist, and I make miniatures. I guess you could say, I love to create! "

Katie Resch - Kate's Creative View, wood burning and acrylic painting

"Recently I began working with my father using his talented carpentry skills, combined with my love of painting, to create vibrant jewelry frames and barn wood cabinets. These designs incorporate a combination of bright colors blended with the dark lines of burnt wood. I enjoy finding ways to add my creative flair to functional home items!"

Helen Stetina - Helen's Treasures, needlework

Although my “specialty” now is punchneedle, I enjoy so many needlework disciplines. I love incorporating the punching with needlepoint, cross stitch, knitting, crocheting, beading, and crafting of all kinds. Give me a myriad of found objects and materials and I’ll create a “treasure”."

More members to be featured - stay tuned!