New work for sale at the following sites...

http://ginadesantis.etsy.com/ &

http://ginadesantis.myartplot.com/

Holiday Shows and Galleries to find me and/or my work at...

Local Girl Gallery (see link in the sidebar)

Brecksville Heartfelt Holiday Nov 10-11, consignment area

Art House Holiday Show Nov 17.

For more frequent updates visit http://www.ginadesantisceramics.com

new things on etsy... http://ginadesantis.etsy.com/

show updates on... http://www.ginadesantisceramics.com/

i feel almost professional...

my new site will now be http:///www.ginadesantisceramics.com. no more blogger for me. everything you need to know will be updated on that site including new work, where to find it and where to take my classes.

thanks to zen master mike.

Ceramic Courses / Pottery Courses in Cleveland

Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics
Tues nights, 7 wks. begins June 19

Beginning Ceramics
Mon nights, 6 wks. begins June 18

both classes run from 7-9pm at Art House located on Denison Ave in Cleveland. Please contact Annie Schorgal at 216.398.8556
or visit http://www.arthouseinc.org

hope to see you there!

Join Art House at the Southside in Tremont. Present the flyer above and 20% of your check is donated back to Art House. I recommend the portobella sandwich...
See you there!

CERAMICS & POTTERY COURSE IN CLEVELAND

There will be another basic class beginning Tues Apr 10 as well.
Below is my summer teaching schedule...The Advanced course is also offered for one credit hour through Ashland University.

BASIC CERAMIC TECHNIQUES– Teen & Adult
Instructor: Gina DeSantis
Date: 6 weeks, Mondays, June 18 – July 9 and July 23 - August 6
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

This class is designed for those students with little-to-no experience working on the potter’s wheel. Emphasis will be placed on beginning wheel-throwing techniques including wedging, centering, pulling, trimming, and finishing. Techniques for creating handles and surface decoration will also be explored. Class fee includes clay, tools, slab roller, wheels, glazes and firings of several pieces.

Member: $113 Non-Member: $125 MUST REGISTER BY JUNE 11


INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED CERAMICS–Adult
Instructor: Gina DeSantis
Date: 6 weeks, Tuesdays, June 19 – July 10 and July 24 - August 7
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

This course is designed for intermediate to advanced potters. Students will learn fundamental and advanced throwing techniques. The class will discuss form and how it affects the function of the vessel. Forms will be created throughout the class both on and off the wheel. It will focus on making unique shapes and forms on the wheel. Students will learn techniques to enhance their thrown forms both on and off the wheel.

Students seeking college credit will be expected to demonstrate knowledge in the terms and techniques covered throughout the class.
Students taking the course for graduate credit are required to complete the following assignment:
The final project will require students to throw 10 tea bowls, tumblers, or mugs based on the wheel thrown methods explored in class. Each tea bowl should represent a different shape or size. No two should be alike. Sketches should be kept to document ideas and forms. The final critique will include a discussion of which forms were successful and how these forms evolved on the wheel.

Member: $113 Non-Member: $125 MUST REGISTER BY JUNE 11

Contact:
Annie Schorgl
Program/Volunteer Coordinator
Art House--Where Art Lives
www.arthouseinc.org
3119 Denison Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44109
P 216-398-8556
F 216-398-8335
E aschorgl@arthouseinc.org

Have a mojito, support the arts!

Enjoy delicious dining and support ART HOUSE.

Attend the new EAT YOUR ART OUT dining series at area restaurants. Dine for lunch or dinner at Johnny Mango on Monday, March 19, 2007. Present the flyer at Johnny Mango and 20% of your check will benefit ART HOUSE.

For additional questions on EAT YOUR ART OUT or other Art House programs, please call 216-398-8556 ext.2 or visit www.arthouseinc.org

Johnny Mango
3120 Bridge Avenue
Ohio City
216-575-1919

Contact Information email: aschorgl@arthouseinc.org
phone: 216-398-8556, ext. 2
web: http://www.arthouseinc.org

STUDIO CLEARANCE!!!

I have a lot of new work and I am running out of space. Check out my etsy site for studio clearance sales. If you are a Clevelander email me and let me know. I can adjust the listing so that you do not have to pay shipping.

http://GinaDeSantis.etsy.com

Empty Bowls 2007

For those of you that know me, you know I love animals. Every year I donate pieces to the Geauga Humane Society/Rescue Village. On March 3, you can attend their annual Empty Bowls Event. Tickets cost $50 or $100. You get a handmade bowl of your choice, soup or chili, bread, and dessert...all you can eat. The food is kindly donated from area restaurants. Proceeds go directly to providing food, shelter, and medical care for the animals in the Rescue Village's care.

This year Robert Bateman (http://www.robertbateman.ca/), a renowned wildlife artist, environmentalist, and naturalist has donated a bowl. You can bid on ebay from Sat, Feb 24 at 8 p.m. until Sat, Mar 3 at 8 p.m. The link is http://givingworks.ebay.com.

For more info go to http://www.geaugahumane.org

FREE SHIPPING...

...in my etsy store. But only through Feb. 28th. (my b-day). and for Clevelanders you can stop by the studio too. just drop me an email.
happy valentine's day.
xoxo
gina

earthenware experiments...
i usually work with stoneware however i was given some earthenware glazes so i decided to play a bit. all of the work can be found on http://GinaDeSantis.etsy.com.

Pottery courses at Art House:

Basic Ceramic Techniques – Teen and Adult Class Artist/Instructor: Gina DeSantis (me!)
6 weeks: Mondays, Jan. 29 – March 5 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. REGISTER BY JANUARY 22: $105 per student, most materials included$95 Individual Level Members and aboveClay tools if needed additional $10 for both members and non-members
AFTER JANUARY 22: ADD $5 LATE REGISTRATION FEE

Ceramics Open Studio – ALL AGES WELCOME!
6 weeks: Mondays, Jan. 29 – March 5 from 8:30-9:30 p.m.Cost: $12.00 per hour, includes use of wheels, firings and glazesClay an additional $12 for a 25 lb. Bag; NO PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics and Slip Techniques Adult Class and Professional Development WorkshopArtist/Instructor: Gina DeSantis
10 weeks: Tuesdays, Jan. 30-April 3 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. REGISTER BY JANUARY 22: $175 per student, some materials included; $158 for for Individual Level Members and aboveAdditional $177 to receive 1 credit from Ashland University
Clay tools if needed additional $10 for both members and non-members
AFTER JANUARY 22: ADD $5 LATE REGISTRATION FEE
To sign up for one of my courses contact Art House at
216.398.8556 or check out http://www.arthouseinc.org

a full list of the courses they offer is on the website as well.

incomplete things

Happy Holidays. here are pics from the bizarre bazaar. no shows soon but website stuff is in the works. etsy should be updated soon. click on my store link.

Last show of 2006.

Bela Dubby, 13321 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH

From 10am t o 5pm

(just east of W.14oth)

Grab some coffee, shop local for the holidays.

After this show you will find me via http://GinaDeSantis.etsy.com. If you see something you like I can waive shipping for Clevelanders who want to drop by the studio.

Merry Christmas.

http://www.bazaarbizarre.org/cleveland.html

Come to the Bazaar Bizarre this Sat at 1300 Gallery, 1300 W. 78th St, Cleveland. Noon till 9.

NEW THINGS AT http://GinaDeSantis.etsy.com

Come visit!

TEASER

This Saturday I will be at Art House, where will you be?

Find my work in December at

The House of Blues Second Annual Holiday Bazaar. Wednesday, November 29 from 4-8pm. The show is located in the Cambridge room (the door to the left when you enter the building). Its a great show. Complementary food and beverages, fantastic art...I should mention the quality last year was great. I can't say that about all shows. http://hob.com/venues/clubvenues/foundationroom/eventdetail.asp?event_id=1906
***This event is for Foundation Room members. I have a guest list for the event. If you would like to attend drop me an e-mail ASAP.

The Bazaar Bizarre at 1300 Gallery. Saturday, December 2 from noon till 9. This will be my last show of the Christmas season. Please stop by. Its a diverse event and one of 1300's last events before they close their doors.
http://www.bazaarbizarre.org/

new things...

come see my work in November
on Sat the 11th my work will be at Westlake High School. Ruth will be booth sitting with a friend. Please say hello.

On Sat the 18th I will be at the Art House Holiday Sale. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

I hope to see you there!

studio view

the source of my creativity

Halloween Tune-Up Party on Friday, October 20
Art House, a nonprofit art center located in historic Brooklyn Centre, will hold its Halloween Tune-Up Party on Friday, October 20, at Lava Lounge, 1307 Auburn Ave. The event, which will benefit Art House programming, will run from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Tickets, $25 in advance and $30 at the door, include food and two drink tickets and can be purchased by calling Art House at (216) 398-8556, ext. 2. Visa and MasterCard accepted.
Halloween attire is encouraged and a prize will be given for the best costume. Ten percent of the money generated from the purchase or rental of costumes from JINXED! Costumes, 4666 Ridge Rd. in Brooklyn, will benefit Art House. A 50/50 raffle also will be held during the Tune-Up event.

Art House Holiday Sale on Saturday, November 18

WHEN: Saturday, November 18 from 11:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M.
WHERE: Art House, 3119 Denison Avenue
(1.5 blocks west of Pearl Road near Cleveland Metroparks Zoo)

Featuring hand-crafted wares and fine art by local artists. Glass, Enamels, Textiles, Ceramics Jewelry Paper crafts and more!
Shop for meaningful gifts and support local artists.

Purchase delicious baked goods - proceeds will go to Art House programming and community activities.
The Holiday Sale is FREE and open to the public.Children and families are welcome to participate in a free craft activity.

For more information please call 216-398-8556 or go to our website, www.arthouseinc.org.

Local Girl Gallery's 3rd annual Breast Cancer Awareness fundraiser!!

Join us for an evening of Fundraising to benefit The Northern Ohio Breast Cancer Coalition Fund as Local Girl Gallery Presents:
"Hope Chests"
Friday October 20th 7-10 pm
Local Artists have transformed over 30 ordinary wooden chests into beautiful works of functional art!
Auction begins at 8:00 pm.
Surround yourself with good food, friends and artwork, bid on your favorite chest and take home a treasure.
Meet featured artist Michael Schmidt whose beautiful painting will be on exhibit.
Cheryl Lee will have her wonderful angel prints and Freckle Face Jewelry will have their signature "Hope" bracelets available for purchase too.
100% of all monies raised from the auction go directly to the Northern Ohio Breast Cancer Coalition Fund, and Local Girl Gallery generously donates 10% of all sales the evening of the event.
Linda Goik Local Girl Gallery
16106 Detroit Avenue Lakewood, Ohio 44107
Phone (216)-228-1802
www.localgirlgallery.com
Hours T-W-TH 12-5 pm & F-S 12-6 pm

here is my studio, soon to house a new shiny kiln. i hope. found the kiln. its a matter of transport and logistics at this point. note the killer black and white shelf courtesy of bg. so generous to give me some shelving.

Holiday Shows thus far: Art House holiday sale. Nov 18th. more to come...

thanks to everyone for coming to see me in the tremont art festival.
a special thanks to dan who was innocently drinking his coffee when i snagged him to help me put up my tent. thanks to mike for helping me dis-assemble. and to greta, my groupie, for still being a groupie! to ruth for delivering tent sides and then drinking bottles of wine of the front porch while eating large amounts of pizza and yummy caramelly dessert things.
and finally to bridget who delivered my pottery back to me after 2 hours of sleep.

Come see me...

The Tremont Arts and Cultural Festival.

September 16&17.

i have a wheel, i have a kiln, i need a bigger kiln, i have a studio...i will be moving and organizing my studio shortly. after 3 shows in august there will be a lack of updates on this site-more so than usual. while i re-group and begin working on new pieces i promise to post photos....

stalk me on etsy

http://GinaDeSantis.etsy.com

for info on the classes i am teaching this fall go to http://www.arthouseinc.org. the advanced pottery class will be offered as a credit hour through ashland university. it will focus on surface decoration.

***UPDATE...plea bargain was moved to this Saturday, the 26th. same time, same place.

Being an artgirl means the accumulation of a ridiculous amount of art supplies. I will be selling some art, dirt cheap. And some supplies for jewelry as well. The pottery is good stuff but I need to clear out my inventory for when my studio is up and running. (Which is very soon...). The supplies are just things I no longer use. Lots of goodies.

and check out etsy. i added new things...

http://GinaDeSantis.etsy.com

Find me, find my art this weekend.

It will be in 3 spots, I however can only be in 2!
Tonight is the opening at Art in the Village @5700.
Saturday during the Lakewood Arts Festival I will be at Local Girl Gallery with an assortment of pottery. See the flyers below.

Also on Saturday I will be part of the Plea Bargain Sale. Ruth aka Ruthless will be babysitting my work including pottery and super super cheap jewelry. It needs to go so come and buy it now! And Ruth, I owe you wine.

Finally thank you to everyone who came out to the Beck Center last evening for the SEAN Member's Show opening Reception. Stop by and check out the great work.

Have a great weekend!

August Calendar Edition

August Events Calendar...

August 3rd - SEAN Member's Show, Beck Center for the Arts (details below)
August 4th - opening reception for Surroundings at Art in the Village @5700 (details on postcard)
August 5th - TBA

http://beckcenter.org/
from the Art House Website...
Thursday, August 3:
Opening for the 2nd Annual AH SEAN Members' Show
Location: Beck Center for the Arts 17801 Detroit Ave.
Time: 5:30-7:00 ,p.m. Members' Preview Reception
7:00-9:00 p.m. Public Opening
On Thursday, August 3rd, Art House presents its 2nd annual AH SEAN (Supporting Educators and Artists Network) Members Show at the Beck Center for the Arts. This year's theme, "A Face in the Crowd," showcasing an eclectic mix of work ranging from photography to drawings and mixed media. A members' only preview reception will take place from 5:30-7:00 p.m. where the Best of Show Winner will provide a brief talk on his or her work. For the members' only preview, please RSVP by calling 216-398-8556 ext. 2. The reception is free and open to the public from 7:00-9:00 p.m., no reservations required.

Where to find me and my art in July...

The Pop Shop. Saturday, July 22nd. 6-9pm
The Super-Fly Show. Recent works in earthenware. Colorful, obnoxious, different than the things you have seen. Stop by.