Magical May in Paradise

Well, I had not realized until I finally got back onto this blog exactly how long it had been since I had updated it.  Good grief, you would think I was busy or something.

Since the last post my husband (Bob) and I have been to the Big Island twice...with a wonderful trip in November for Thanksgiving (Thanksgiving on the beach with our friends); and of course the successful Auction for the Holualoa Foundation for Arts and Culture (Donkey Mill Art Center) at the Hualalai Resort.

This past May I went back by myself for a few days which was very relaxing, no bed making, no cooking, just ukulele playing and beach going.  I really lucked out and was there for the Super Moon concert at the Mauna Lani with some wonderful jazz musicians playing old jazz and the biggest moon and highest tide ever.  We had to walk through 3 inches of water just to get to the site of the concert which is right next to the ocean at the Parker cottage.  I was gifted a beautiful lei made of jade flower by an auntie whose birthday it was...she must have given out at least 50 leis, it was the magical start to a wonderful trip!!

I taught a class at the Art Center the day before Mothers day which was great fun with much laughing and productive jewelry making by my students.  It is always fun teaching a workshop at the Donkey Mill, I never know what anyone is going to make and to see the diverse art which everyone produces by the end of the class is inspiring!  Bob joined me for 9 days and we just basically did the same thing I did for the first 5 days when I was there by myself.  Watched sleeping turtles, manta rays feeding, more ukulele playing, sunning, snorkeling, stand up paddle boarding, eating, drinking....oh, you get the picture.  It was great!!!  One of the best trips ever!!!

The following are a few new pieces which are either at Studio Kokomo in Calistoga or Kohala Coast Fine Art on the Big Island.  Enjoy!!

 

Along the Pali – 

2 part Turquoise and turquoise/jasper pendant, 1+1/8 ounce 99.9% pure silver, neckpiece of turquoise beads, sterling silver beads, sterling silver clasp and braided leather.  Measurement of pendant (both parts) 4”x3”- sold

 

 "Stars and Pearls"

5/8 oz 99.9% pure silver Starfish, neckpiece of golden mother of pearl pearls, with faceted citrine spacers, rutilated quartz teardrop bead, sterling silver wire, beads, findings and lobster clasp. sold

New gems to the Big Island

Hi everyone, just a note to let you know that while the busy season on the Big Island has been in full swing the wonderful proprietors of the Kohala Coast Gallery have been busy selling my jewelry.  Many thanks to them for continuing to support my artistic endeavors.

Adena and I will be heading to Hawaii in a month and are both looking forward to spending some time with our friends and each other.  Unfortunately, because of Bob's new job, he will be unable to join us.  He will keep the home fires burning until November when we return for our annual Thanksgiving trip.

I have just sent the following pieces off to the gallery.  If you find yourself on the Big Island in the Waikoloa area, please stop by and see all of the wonderful art in this gallery.  You will be pleasantly surprised!

Turtle earrings - 99.9% pure silver turtles and waves, faceted apatite, freshwater pearl, sterling silver wire and posts.

99.9% pure silver seashell, sky blue topaz briolette, sterling silver wire and posts.

99.9% pure silver "starfish" , freshwater pearls (color enhanced), 

faceted quartz crystal, sterling silver wire and posts

Thanksgiving in Waikoloa

Well, another wonderful trip to the Big Island, with nothing to do except hang out on the beach, watch for whales and play ukulele.  I don't even have anything exciting to report, we needed to relax, and we did.  We did manage to get up to Hawi a few times to visit with Dr. Jan and have her treat us for what ails us.

It was very windy this trip, so...Thanksgiving which is normally spent on the beach with our friends was cancelled due to pelting sand.  But not to worry, we still had a great time.

We were also lucky enough to see and hear John Kiawe, twice.  Once at the Twilight Concert (free, each month on the Saturday closest to the full moon at the Eva Parker Woods Cottage on the Mauna Lani property) and at the Waikoloa Kings Marketplace (also free), where he plays every Tuesday night at the present writing. Unfortunately we did not get to see him on the 16th of December, as we had to leave, however, he was playing with Hapa at the Blue Dragon in Kawaihai, just a hop skip and a jump from where we are.  That would have been a great show!

Just a note of interest to anyone who plays the uke, there is a wonderful kanikapila on Friday mornings at the Kona Market Place in the old Industrial area of Kona, with a beginners class to follow.  Please go to listen to the wonderful music and even if you are anywhere from beginner to advanced the lesson to follow is well worth the time.

If anyone is interested in coming over to the Big Island while I am there.  I will be teaching another beginning Precious Metal Clay workshop on May 14 (there may be another on the 15th for some advanced work with enamels, stone setting and a few other tricks of the trade)  Also...Kathleens Creations in Hawi, may also host a beginners workshop while I am there...so...it could be a good time to go to the islands and reconnect!!

Well, enough about me...a Houi Hou - Victoria

Here are some of the new pieces which were just sent over to the gallery - enjoy

 Sand and Sea - 99.9% pure silver starfish, and shell pendant, sea shells, aquamarine, freshwater pearls, fire quartz, neckpiece of fire quartz, aquamarine, antique and swarovsky crystals, sterling silver chain, beads, findings and clasp. - Sold












Monstera Leaves #2  99.9% pure silver monstera pendant and twigs, jade, tourmalated quartz, peridot and Chinese glass beads.  8x10 Prasiolite set in Sterling silver.  Sterling silver chain, and clasp

September trip to the Big Island -

Hi everyone, my trip to the Big Island in September was a great success with the introduction to Precious Metal Clay workshop at the Holualoa Art Center just above Kona.  They have asked me to come back to teach another, which has been tentatively scheduled for November 20, 2010 (cancelled due to conflicts with fundraiser)  I know they have their huge fundraising event during that time, so the workshop may have to be rescheduled for when we return in March. (tentatively scheduled for May)

The weather was beautiful, the water was warm and I did manage to get in some beach time along with jewelry work and ukulele practice.

Healing Dragon - 99.9% pure silver dragon pendant, setting and noodle, holding a square donut of jade, leather thong with sterling silver over brass clasp.  Sold - to Dr. Jan

Dr. Jan and her kitty India
I got the opportunity while I was there to meet a wonderful woman who lives and works in Hawi.  Her name...Jan Ellison DOM, she is a healer and a miracle worker!!! I was really having alot of problems with my back, and she worked her magic so I was almost good as new (for a 62 year old), when I left.  If any of you need healing and find yourself on the Big Island, you should go see this woman, she is great!  You can read more about Jan on her website www.drjanellison.com  

Well, that is it from me for now, looking forward to my next workshop in Calistoga, October 17, 2010 at the Calistoga Art Center and our (Robert and my) next trip to the Big Island.

Please check out www.CalistogaArtCenter.org for more info on the workshop  - Next workshop in Calistoga March 19, 2011

My husband and I have just returned from a successful and restful trip to the Big Island of Hawaii.  Lots of whales, sun, sand, music, and friends of course to enjoy it with.

My work is currently on display at the Kona Coast Fine Art Gallery, in the King Shops at Waikoloa on the Big Island of Hawaii.  Owners Jerry and Lori Gordon have recently opened a beautiful gallery with a group of very talented artists from both the Big Island and the Mainland.

Most of the pieces which I am adding to this site will be available through the Gallery and you can reach them via their facebook page (Kohala Coast Fine Art) http://www.facebook.com/pages/Waikoloa-HI/Kohala-Coast-Fine-Art/210765780638?v=photos&sb=8#!/pages/Waikoloa-HI/Kohala-Coast-Fine-Art/210765780638?v=wall or through the following email address:

lori@kohalacoastfineart.com

Sea Fantasy
                                        
99.9% pure silver broach, sky blue topaz set in sterling silver, neckpiece of apatite, blue topaz, aquamarine and iolite, sterling silver clasp  -  sold

Coral Sea

99.9% pure silver brooch, color enhanced coral, Sterling silver findings, shells and clasp  - Sold
                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Jellyfish  - 99.9% pure silver jelly fish, assorted gems (apatite, amethyst, aquamarine, peridot, quartz, citrine, labradorite, garnet) swarovsky crystals, freshwater pearl, sterling silver chain, wire and clasp - Sold

Brittle Star - 99.9% silver "brittle star" on green paua shell pendant, with freshwater pearls, on neckpiece of green paua shell and faceted peridot, sterling silver clasp - sold

Coral Treasure - 99.9% pure silver pendant, peach aventurine (beads and bricks) pink coral, pink moonstone, freshwater pearls, sterling silver findings and wire clasp
These are just a few of the pieces currently on display at Kohala Coast Fine Art

Sold

 

Maori Fish hook bracelet - 99.9% pure silver cuff bracelet, blue/purple/green (color change) druzy quartz, sheet abalone inlay  - Sold


 

Pineapple Lei - 99.9% pure silver pineapple holding 24+ carat citrine, citrine chips, faceted rough cut citrine, citrine roundels, faceted peridot, gold filled beads, sterling silver wire clasp - Sold

Red Dragon - 99.9% pure silver dragon and dragon claws (holding 7mm round red garnet set in sterling silver, faceted red(dyed) coral, red velvet crystal beads (similar to Swarovski crystals) sterling silver beads and wire clasp - Sold







The above items may be purchased by contacting the Kohala Coast Fine Art Gallery on the Big Island of Hawaii


Also... big news for any of you out there interested in taking a precious metal clay workshop on the Big Island of Hawaii.  I will be giving a one day workshop at the Donkey Mill Art Center in Holualoa, September 19, 2010.

You can contact me for pricing on the following pieces.

Moutarde Royale - 99.9% pure silver leaves, 24+carat citrine set in fine silver, irregular faceted citrine neckpiece, 2pt. yellow diamond, sterling silver wire and clasp sold

Oak Leaves - 99.9% pure silver leaves and branch, faceted and rough cut garnet, faceted citrine, sterling silver chain, wire and clasp - Sold







I will be teaching an introduction to precious metal clay workshop at the Calistoga Art Center on October 17, 2010.  Please contact the Calistoga Art Center for more information on pricing and class times.
Calistogaartcenter.org

Sweet Leilani

Oil on Canvas

Painted frame

Best Friends Forever

Oil on Canvas
1st place  - Napa Co. Fair 2010
Professional division"seascapes"

                                                   2nd place Napa Co. Fair   Professional division - landscapes

                                                    The Girls at Mau Mai                  Oil on Canvas

 Sunny Kapoho

                

Bird of Paradise
Pastel on Pastel Board
antique frame

Please contact me for any information about the above paintings - Mahalo - Victoria