I had mentioned in a previous post that I was exploring the art of making eyewear. I have a fantastic optometrist who has been showing me around his world a bit. Since wearing glasses is very new to me, and … Continue reading
As an art teacher, my favorite section that I have to cover is aesthetics. If you check the online dictionaries, you’ll probably find it difficult to ascertain what exactly that word means. In art and the philosophy of art, there … Continue reading
The new bench is finished, we’ve caught up on repairs, and we’re experimenting with new directions. But, the best part of “right now” is that I get to work with my daughter next to me and include her into the creative … Continue reading
Back in the early 80′s, I remember my dad taking in repairs of eyeglasses, cigarette lighters, money clips, watch bands, and really anything made of precious metals. A jewelry store was much more than just jewelry. I don’t believe he ever … Continue reading
I’ve referred to it as the fishbowl, but my glassed in studio is undergoing a transformation, and we have a lot to do before Black Friday. Ugg, black Friday always sounds like a horror movie to me, and sometimes… Anyways, this is … Continue reading
Last week I was diagnosed as being old. There’s no cure for it, and it’s terminal. However, I have to wear glasses now, bifocals, and I should call my mother more often. I’ve never had to wear glasses. In fact, … Continue reading
For those who have visited the studio, or at least have caught the occasional glimpse through my posts, you may have noticed that my studio area is a glassed in booth in the corner of the shop, of which I … Continue reading
It’s the dawn of the holidays, and orders are starting to build. Husbands, friends, lovers are all starting to ask me to make gifts. I have been working with people to help build a unique custom piece of art and … Continue reading
I recently had the honor of being asked to do an interview with Wendy Edsal-Kerwin of Hammermarks. Wendy is a metalsmith, but her site not only has interesting interviews with smiths, but a variety of craftsmen from a variety of … Continue reading
First off Atlanta isn’t as hot as it is here in the Birmingham area, so I’m not sure why we all call it that, unless they’re talking about the Atlanta jewelry and metal art scene. I really keep my head … Continue reading
CosmicFolklore Michael Johnson
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