A “chai” filled with quilled flowers and 23k gold accents brings a sunny day indoors. The word “chai” means “life”.  8 x 10

I have just been invited to teach at the prestigious West Coast Art & Frame Show, to be held in Las Vegas in January 2017.  This is a HUGE annual conference and trade show for anyone interested in framing, commercial artwork, and gilding for framers.  I have attended twice as a framer, but now I am going as an honored guest and teacher.  My class will be “Gilding on Bevels”.  Here are some examples of what I will be teaching:

In addition, the Society of Gilders is being given a booth on the trade show floor.  A few of my colleagues will also be teaching, as will some other important gilders.  In the past, I have learned a great deal from the classes, and I have bought a lot of my equipment from the vendors.  I am really looking forward to this opportunity.  Perhaps I will see some of you there?

Sept 13, 2016

I recently moved, from Johnston, RI to West Warwick, RI, and from a huge house to a large apartment, and from a couple to a single.  I have finally unpacked, and am starting to feel creative again. My apartment complex is on a river, and here is the view looking northeast-ish:

My building is on the right.

and looking southwest-ish:

I find it hard to believe this place exists in the middle of a small RI town!  I think it is wonderful.

Now to get to work. -June 21, 2016

I am very proud to say that I was just re-elected as President of the Society of Gilders for 2016-2018!  It is an honor and a pleasure to work with all the other Board members and I look forward to the coming years.

  ‘Tis the season to start thinking of Hanukah gifts, and I will be showing my artwork in Providence as explained below.  I would love to see you all!  Plus, you can see my new line of jewelry and ornaments – here’s a hint – there is gold leaf involved! (I will soon post more here).

  And finally…

At long last, I have found a new framing combination for my Hineni print.  It features a deep blue mat with a hint of pattern, similar to the previous one, but the frame is now black wood, with a fine silver inner lip.  The good news is the price has not changed; the less good news is that the shipping cost has gone up a bit.  This is reflected on under “Current work- lithographs” or click here: (http://lipskyart.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=39b98208e22e3c92aff0adc8c&id=6e5f9b3dac&e=85a1772d9b)