Be sure to check out the Art Bead Scene’s monthly challenge.Â The Art Bead SceneÂ is a collective blog that I edit, along with 5 other talented bead artists.Â Our goal is to celebrate art beads and inspire those who use them.

We have a new challenge each month with an amazing prize for one lucky winner.Â For October the theme is Gothic Queen, you can see the latest entries here.Â

The only requirements is that your piece has to incorporate at least one art bead, made by yourself or from another artist.Â No loose beads or pendants that are unstrungÂ will beÂ accepted.Â

See the details of the challenge on theblog.Â The prizes this month are a $100 gift certificate from Rings & Things and art beads from Cindy Gimbrone!Â

Shown above is a polymer clay cat bead hairstickÂ from ChickenGirlCreations.

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POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

Contemporary Craft is thrilled to be hosting POP! – Perspectives on Polymer June 25-29, 2022. A five-day celebration of contemporary work in polymer, the event will have something for everyone who loves polymer clay. POP! will feature four workshops along with virtual talks by some of the best polymer artists in the country, an exhibition of small works in polymer, and a curated feature in the Store. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 25, 6-8 PM, and will be free and open to the public.

POP!’s focus on workshops and the materiality of polymer makes this boutique event more than just a conference. Each participating artist was selected for their unique perspectives on polymer and the exciting ways they are moving the medium forward. The featured instructor for the event is Jeffrey Lloyd Dever, whose pioneering techniques in polymer have made him one of the most respected artists in the field. His jewelry and sculptural objects have been shown in many national invitational exhibitions, and his works are represented in numerous private collections, galleries and museums.

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POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

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