December 2021
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Karen Gelbard
Dec 2, 20211 min read
See it in December. Online or in person.
December starts with two special events. First, there is a Special Edition Issue of Tearsheet PDX magazine of my new work! In this issue,...
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Karen Gelbard
Nov 6, 20211 min read
The Sea
Every year I like to create a video that is an editorial of the creative process. This year, a trip down the Oregon Coast was the point...
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Karen Gelbard
Nov 3, 20211 min read
New Designs
I have been working on new designs this Fall, with a focus on collars. Tearsheet PDX magazine asked if I was interested in a photo shoot....
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Karen Gelbard
Oct 28, 20212 min read
Behind the scenes of a photoshoot
Last month, Melanie Jackson of TearSheet PDX magazine asked me if I was interested in having a photoshoot of my new work. She knew that I...
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Karen Gelbard
Oct 2, 20211 min read
Vests for Fall
Here is a short video of Vests made from my handwoven cloth. In addition to weaving the cloth, I enjoy adding other textile techniques to...
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Karen Gelbard
Sep 16, 20211 min read
Andrew Henry, Navajo Silversmith
This week, I want to introduce you to Andrew Henry, Navajo Silversmith. He makes Story Bracelets that depict traditional Navajo life in...
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Karen Gelbard
Sep 11, 20211 min read
Free Zoom Scarf for coming
As a Thank You for coming to visit with me on the Oregon Coast , I would like to send you a free Zoom Scarf. Simply email your mailing...
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Karen Gelbard
Sep 9, 20211 min read
Sunday at 11
Join me by Zoom on Sunday, September 12th at 11 AM. I have new handwoven designs to share. There is a growing awareness of"...
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Karen Gelbard
Sep 8, 20211 min read
Change that date! Sunday, Sept. 12
Join me on Saturday, September 11, at 11 AM Pacific Standard Time, for a tour of the new work in my booth here on the Oregon Coast.
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Karen Gelbard
Aug 16, 20211 min read
Change of Plans
The plan was to return to art fairs this fall. I have been packing the van, making new inventory and re-designing my art fair booth in...
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Karen Gelbard
Aug 6, 20211 min read
September 2021 - Four Shows in Four States
The plan for September is to drive to four shows in four states. See the schedule below. Can't get to the Fair but would like to see the...
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Karen Gelbard
Jul 15, 20211 min read
Tomorrow! Visit with me by Zoom in the studio.
July 16-25 Virtual Salem Fair Art & Festival is back! This year features both online and in-person components. Click on the Scheduled...
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Karen Gelbard
May 10, 20211 min read
Suddenly, there is a lot happening in May!
News from the studio includes: 1.Taking my big loom apart for an upgrade 2. StyleRight Blog Post by Influencer, Remanda Xiang 3. And...
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Karen Gelbard
Apr 29, 20211 min read
It Starts Tomorrow
Ceramic Showcase and the Gathering of the Guilds is a favorite event in Portland, Oregon. This year they are hosting a virtual show...
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Karen Gelbard
Apr 20, 20211 min read
Tranquility in Gray
Spring is here. I am waiting to see if seeds will sprout. That includes show applications for this year. Some shows will be Virtual....
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Karen Gelbard
Apr 11, 20211 min read
Just picked up the new,
beautiful copy of Second Annual Retrospective of TearSheet PDX magazine. This book is a collection of the best images submitted in 2020....
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Karen Gelbard
Mar 24, 20211 min read
Some find sea shells
Some find sea shells at the beach. This is what The Oregon Weaver takes away from a visit to the beach.
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Karen Gelbard
Mar 18, 20211 min read
An in-depth interview
This week, I had an in-depth interview with Sharon McAllister, executive director of ArtFest Fort Myers. Covid-19 has closed art fairs...
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