The Week Ahead

The Plaza District Festival this weekend was great fun. Thank you all for your support and help. The studio is looking good and we are gearing up for the Ice Cream Social and Day of the Dead Celebration on October 30th. The Ice Cream Social kicks off at 5:00 followed by a variety of events throughout the evening including Aztec dancers and live music.

Today (Mon, Oct 11)

4:30pm

Robin

6:00pm

Ray

Tomorrow (Tue, Oct 12)

Closed

Wed, Oct 13

4:30pm

Brandon and Andy

7:30pm

Dr. John

Thu, Oct 14

6:00pm

Marty

8:00pm

Scott

Fri, Oct 15

1:00pm

Chuck

4:00pm

Andy and Roy

Sat, Oct 16

8:00am

Patty

10:00am

OKCMOA Intro. Class

1:00pm

Brandon

Sun, Oct 17

12:00pm

R and D

2:00pm

The Booth's

4:00pm

Andy

World' s Largest Glass Pumpkin

World' s Largest Glass Pumpkin

Amazing. How big do we make them?

2010Festival

2010Festival

The Guthrie Escape Art Festival is this coming weekend.

The Week Ahead

Things are going great guns at the studio. Richard is on the mend and we will be having a Benefit for the Bicep soon. Proceeds from select items will be going to fix him up.

The week of September 27 to October 3

Today (Mon, Sep 27)

4:30pm

Robin

6:00pm

Ray

Tomorrow (Tue, Sep 28)

Closed

Wed, Sep 29

4:30pm

Brandon and Glenda

7:30pm

Dr. John

Thu, Sep 30

6:00pm

Marty

8:00pm

Scott

Sat, Oct 2

10:00am

The Trubey's

Sun, Oct 3

12:00pm

Richard and Denny

2:00pm

The Booth's

KGOU - Your NPR Source - Local News

KGOU - Your NPR Source - Local News

The Week Ahead

I missed the week ahead posting on Monday. It is busy busy. Trying to stay up with everything can be a task. It is getting better. We will be working all weekend. OKCMOA class this Saturday too. Drop by if you get the chance.

The Week Ahead

What a great Labor Day Weekend. I hope everyone enjoyed a little time in the sun. Relaxed, Refreshed and Ready to go.

The Week of September 8 to 12

Wednesday - 4 to 9

Thursday - 5 to 9

Friday - 4 to 8

Saturday - 8 to 4

Sunday - 12 to 7 or so

Thank you all so much.

keep it centered

The Week Ahead

Thank you all for a wonderful start on back to school. Gearing up now for the holiday seasons and honing our skills at the furnace.

With the holiday it looks like we will be closed on Labor Day.

Today (Tue, Aug 31)

4:30pm

Robin

6:00pm

Ray

Tomorrow (Wed, Sep 1)

4:30pm

Brandon and Glenda

7:30pm

Dr. John

Thu, Sep 2

6:00pm

Marty

8:00pm

Scott

Sat, Sep 4

8:00am

Patty

Sun, Sep 5

12:00pm

Richard and Denny

2:00pm

The Booth's

Mon, Sep 6

closed

Tue, Sep 7

Closed

12 by 12 2010

It has been a hectic time at the studio. Folks working, summer heat, school back in session. Great fun to be had by all.

The week ahead...

Today (Mon, Aug 23)

4:30pm

Robin

6:00pm

Ray

Tomorrow (Tue, Aug 24)

Closed

Wed, Aug 25

4:30pm

Brandon and Glenda

7:30pm

Dr. John

Thu, Aug 26

6:00pm

Marty

8:00pm

Scott

Sat, Aug 28

8:00am

Patty

10:00am

Brandon

Sun, Aug 29

12:00pm

Richard and Denny

2:00pm

The Booth's

Mon, Aug 30

4:30pm

Robin

6:00pm

Open House at School

6:00pm

Ray

Back in the Studio

I am almost all caught up on things. I will post the schedule soon but the calendar on the right should be fairly correct.

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The Week Ahead

It is near the end of June. Just to let you all know we plan on closing in July for a couple of weeks for vacation. July 15th through the 27th the Urban Art building will still be open with Rick and Tracey and Stephen at Istvan Gallery but we will not be blowing glass.

June 28 to July 4

Monday - 9 to 11 and 4 to 9

Tuesday - Closed

Wednesday - 9 to 12 and 4 to 8

Thursday - 8 to 1 and No PM times

Friday - 9 to 2 and no PM

Saturday - 8 to 3

Sunday - Closed for the 4th

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The Week Ahead

The weekend was a great treat. Thank you all for you help and participation. What a great fun time. Reminds of what is possible.

It should be a good week.

June 21 to 27

Monday 9 to 11 then 4 to 9

Tuesday - Closed to Charge

Wednesday - 9 to noon and 4 to 9

Thursday - 8 to 10 and a private party at 4 to 7

Friday - 9 to noon and 5 to 7

Saturday - 9 to 5

Sunday - noon to 7 or so

Aaron Thane Tate

Aaron Thane Tate

Aaron is working in the studio today and Sunday.

The Week Ahead

And the rains came down...

What a day of rain. Beautiful but dangerous. Be safe out there.

We are busy busy in the studio. OG&E has more then doubled their rates for the summer time, come in now and buy some glass. Ask for a special discount to cover increased costs.

On Tuesday Patty is hosting a going away party for Christine. Everyone is invited, flyers are at the studio. BBQ and more.

On Saturday and Sunday we have a couple of fellows in making goblets for the band Tool. Come and watch in the afternoon some outstanding glass making going on.

The Week of June 14 -20

Monday - 9 to 8 (but rained out til noon)

Tuesday - Closed to Charge - Christine's going away party

Wednesday - 9 to 9 with a break for lunch 1 to4

Thursday - 9 to 8 with lunch break

Friday - 9 to Noon

Saturday - 9 to 5 or so (Guest Artists afternoon)

Sunday - 12 to 8 or so (Guest Artists after the Booth's)

Keep it centered and dry...

Schedule

Be sure to check out the calendar on the right side of this page or at the bottom of our website. I will be keeping it up to date better this summer.

Donation

I would like to create something for something. That is I would like us to come up with a glass object that would be unique and fairly easy and market it specific for donation to a cause, which cause tho too?

Can you all help me come up with something(s)?

The Week Ahead

Paseo is coming, Paseo is coming!

The week of May 24 to 31

Monday - 4 to 9

Tuesday - Closed to Charge

Wednesday - 4 to 9

Thursday - 4 to 9

Friday - set up for Paseo around 5

Saturday - Paseo

Sunday - Paseo

Monday - Paseo

I am working on the schedule for Paseo. We will be working at the festival all weekend in the booth. Another group of folks will be working in the studio all weekend. I am not sure when so it would not hurt to call but feel free to drop by.

Scam

I got a call yesterday from a Transcription service for the hard of hearing/deaf. The transcription service dictates information between callers. They called from (786) 709-9175 which seems to be a ligitiment service. The caller on the other end wants to place an order at the studio for over $2000 and pay by Credit Card. The Caller has email at mrs_nicole50@yahoo.com and a Seattle WA address. I refused to take a credit card over the phone and the caller hung up. I suspect this is going to become a very common scam. It reminded me of the email scams asking to place an order and running a credit card.

Be aware and be diligent. and remember to

keep it centered

The Week Ahead

We are gearing up for the Paseo Festival. I have been busy making hummingbird feeders any chance I get. I added some glass to the furnace last night so on Tuesday I should be in the studio making some stuff too.

The Week of May 17 to 23

Monday - 2 to 9
Tuesday - 4 to 7
Wednesday - 4 to 9 with OKCMOA class
Thursday - 3 to 9
Friday - 4 to 8
Saturday - 9 to 6
Sunday - 2 to 5

Thanks for all the help. I am getting a schedule together for Paseo too. We should have folks working in the studio and manning the booth at the Paseo. It should be a great weekend!
We have gotten a lot of compliments and feedback on the installation at the Symphony Show Home.

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Open House Tonigh

There is an Art Opening at Istvan Gallery tonight. We will be doing Glassblowing Demos from 6 to 10 all evening to celebrate. There will be good food and drink and coffee too! I hope to see you all there.

Keep it centered!

The Paper

A great photo in the Oklahoman on Sunday
http://newsok.com/multimedia/photos/gallery/600751/31/926088

The Week Ahead

The Edmond Art Festival was tremendous. Many thanks to our fans and supporters. You all make it worthwhile. Thanks to Mom and Mara too for watching the booth and everyone who helped set up and break down. What a great weekend.
I am taking a class this week in Seattle. I am not sure of studio schedule while I am away. Call the studio to check when they will be open and working.

Keep it centered!

The Week Ahead

Time is starting to speed up it seems. Crazy busy. We are packing up this week for the Edmond show this weekend.

Monday - 4 to 9
Tuesday - closed to charge and pack
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday 1 to 6
Friday - 3 to 6
Saturday - ?
Sunday - 11 to 5

Be sure to visit us at the Downtown Edmond Arts Festival!

Abstract Flowers

Abstract Flowers
Originally uploaded by Michael Booth - OK

This piece was really incredible. Great work by the Booth's.

In the Studio

We are making glass today. Brandon is in at 10 and then Andy will be working around 1. We have a lesson at 3 to 5. Sunday Sparky will fire up about 11 and then a lesson at 1 with the Booth's in at 2. Should be a great weekend.

Interesting series of articles in the Hot Glass Quarterly . Glass blowing as a private artistic matter and glassblowing as a public display. Interesting stuff. I love to watch it being created, it is great to show off for an audience, and I love to figure stuff out when no body is watching. How do you feel?

Have a lovely weekend. Head up to the Stillwater Arts Festival if you have some spare time. and remember to Keep it Centered!

Pratt Classes

Pratt in Seattle has posted up their summer schedule. Check out the offerings online http://www.pratt.org/classes.html
Several folks have taken classes at Pratt and have enjoyed the experience.
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The Week Ahead

It has been a great week. Much going on to be sure. The Gallery Opening for Glenda in Guthrie went very well. It was super to see such great support and congrats to the artists and craftsmen who brought the place together!

The week of April 12 to 18
Monday - 3 to 9
Tuesday - Closed to Charge (we are going to powerwash the floor this evening too)
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - 4 to 9
Saturday - 9 to 5
Sunday - 1 to 7

Don't forget the Oklahoma Friendly show on Saturday (edited now for correct day)

Oklahoma Friendly

The Oklahoma Friendly Show is coming to IAO.

Event: Oklahoma Friendly 2010
What: Opening
Saturday, April 17 at 6:00pm
Where: IAO Gallery

AlliedArtini.com

AlliedArtini.com

The Week Ahead

I hope everyone had a lovely Easter holiday. Don't forget the Gallery Walk in Guthrie this weekend. It is the open house for Glenda and her new gallery, the G Gallery and Glass Studio. Be sure to get down there and check it out.

Monday - 1 to 9
Tuesday - Closed to Charge
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - 4 to 7
Saturday - 9 to 5
Sunday - 1 to 7

Keep it centered!

Casting Tutorial

Here is a great tutorial on casting.
http://www.glasskulls.com/asending-sequence/

GroupOn

If you have not seen GroupOn yet it is a pretty cool site.

The Week Ahead

The studio is coming along nicely. Great work is being done and folks continue to grow by leaps and bounds.

It should be a busy week. March 29 through April 4
Monday - 1 to 9
Tuesday - Private Party 6 to 9
Wednesday - 1 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9 (also my dad's birthday)
Friday - 4 to 7:30 or so
Saturday - 9 to 9 with a private dinner party at 7
Sunday - Closed for the Easter Celebration

Glass Blowout!

Announcing:

The sporadic and only occasional
RED FERN GLASS BLOWOUT
Saturday, April 24, 2010
1:00 pm-?

Glass Demos
Food
Drink
Hot Glass furnace time for a limited number of brave souls
Maybe some bronze casting?
Campfire
Camping
Music: Effron White at 6pm

with limited glass activities Sunday morning April 26 for the true
glass addicts

Mark Your Calendars
More info at http://www.RedFernGlass.com/blowout

The Week Ahead

It was a great Spring Break. We had a super time in the studio and made of a lot of glass. Highly productive we were able to get some things created that had been sitting on the back burners. More to come to be sure.

This week March 22 - 28 we will be working...
Monday - 4 to 9
Tuesday - closed to charge
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 3 to 8
Friday - 4 to 7:30
Saturday - 8 to 5 with OKCMOA class too
Sunday - 1 to 7

I hope to see you all there!
Keep it centered!

The hottest courses of summer 2010 « The GLASS Quarterly Hot Sheet

The hottest courses of summer 2010 « The GLASS Quarterly Hot Sheet
This is a very nice guide to summer classes.

The Week Ahead

It is Spring Break Week!
I will be in and out at the studio during the mornings and our typical nightly activities will continue too. Drop by if you can. Call first (but call twice in case we have hot glass in hand and can not pick up the phone the first time) to be sure we are around.

Check out the calendar to the right to see when we have folks scheduled to work.

FINE ARTS INSTITUTE OF EDMOND

FINE ARTS INSTITUTE OF EDMOND
The Edmond Fine Arts Institute is having their annual fundraiser. Every year they auction off a Chihuly piece and a Boatman Piece. I am waiting for the day when mine goes for me then his... could be a long wait.
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Murrini Glass Process « The Henry Ford Blog

How to: Not to detailed but cool
Murrini Glass Process « The Henry Ford Blog

. : Pohlman Knowles Studio : .

. : Pohlman Knowles Studio : .
Best I can figure these ladies will be at the Emporia State Blow Out in April.

Glass

The Belle Mead Studio is making some great stuff. Check out the Artist Bio and the Documentary.

Painted Bowl

Painted Bowl
Originally uploaded by Michael Booth - OK

The Booth's are really making some great things. Beautiful work and great photos too. This piece is created with frit wraps. Outstanding work I think.

The Week Ahead

Spring Break is on the Way. We will be in and out of the studio during the week of March 15-19. Call first to be sure we are working. Looking forward to an Omelet at Nic's!He does make the best French Toast in town but I will have to wait on that til after Easter.

The Week of March 8-14
Monday - 2 to 9
Tuesday - Closed to Charge
The 9th is our Anniversary Date - Founded 2003
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - Closed to Charge for Spring Break Week
Saturday 9 to 4
Sunday - 1 to 7

John Trubey and I went out to Santa Fe over Spring Break 2002 to visit with Patrick and build equipment. Aunt Connie gave us a bunch of things to get started. We returned to the barn with a trailer full of glass blowing equipment and still lots to do. It was nearly one year later and the studio was turned on and stayed on, March 9th 2003.

The Week Ahead

Once again it has been a wonderful week. It seems like everyday I am amazed by what comes about in the studio. I can not praise everyone enough. How wonderful it is to work with such talented folks.

The Week of March 1 to 7
Monday - 4 to 9
Tuesday - Closed to Charge the Furnace
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 10 to 9
Friday - 4 to 8
Saturday - 8 to 5
Sunday - 1 to 7

This weekend is the Momentum show and First Friday Walk About on the Paseo. Our friend JP Morrison is showing at the JRB gallery too.

Keep it centered!

The Booth's

DSC02749
Originally uploaded by Michael Booth - OK

An image of glass take by Michael of glass created by Michael.

The Week Ahead

Things are really going great guns at the studio. Folks are just getting better and better all the time. Beautiful things are being created.

The week of February 22 to 28
Monday - 4 to 9
Tuesday - Closed to Charge
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - 4 to 8
Saturday - 8 to 5
Sunday - 1 to 7

Thank you all. Remember to keep it centered!

Art with a Heart

Art with a Heart
Grant came to the studio on Sunday to make a heart. Grant along with Roy and Scott and myself we made a blue heart with a cranberry rose. It is a truly lovely piece. Grant did a great job.
The heart will be a part of the silent auction at Art with a Heart at the Oklahoma History Center.

The Week Ahead

Thank you all for a wonderful Valentine's Day. This looks be another great week in the studio.

The Week of February 15 - 21
Monday - 4 to 9
Tuesday - Closed
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - Not sure yet
Saturday - 8 to 6 with OKCMOA class
Sunday - 1 to 6 or so with Richard

Keep it centered!

The Annealher

The big annealher is up and running. We got it up to 920 degrees last night and burnt in the bricks. I will give it another test run tonight and it should be ready to go on Friday for the Open House.

A History

Knowing we would need more space for bigger items, Brent started the big annealher about 5 years ago. He framed it out and got it welded together. Not too long after we had to leave the old studio location in the barn. The Annealher made the move and found a nice corner in the studio. Over the course of a year we added some door stops and welding and whatnots with Richard leading the charge. Roy bricked it up. Elements were ordered. My brother Zack would work on the box every visit in town. Electricity was rerun. We hade wired to 70 amps and had to switch up to 100 amp service. Electictiy was fixed. Denny and Lou cam in and fixed the controller and wireing to get it ready. With the help of everyone nearly three years after the move the big annealher is up and running.

Video

I ran across this on Brad's bulletin board and thought folks might be interested.
You Tube is blocked at school so I have not see it yet.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJcSn649VL8

The Week Ahead

We are gearing up for the Istvan Gallery opening on the 12th. Always a great time to hang out, meet new folks, enjoy some tasty treats and watch some glass blowing. We are planning on having both glory holes fired up and working. Roy is planning on making some beautiful roses for your valentine.

The Week of Feburary 8 to 14

• Monday - 2 to 9
• Tuesday - Closed to Charge
• Wednesday - 4 to 9
• Thursday - 4 to 9
• Friday - 5 to 10
• Saturday - 8 to 6 with OKCMOA class
• Sunday - 1 to 7

I hope to see everyone at the opening!

Keep it centered!

Istvan Gallery New Art Installation 11-13-9

Istvan Gallery New Art Installation 11-13-9
Originally uploaded by wimgo

I just found these photos on flickr. Very cool!

Istvan Gallery New Art Installation 11-13-9

Istvan Gallery New Art Installation 11-13-9
Originally uploaded by wimgo

Very cool!

Updates

I have implemented the Blogger in Draft in order to add some more functionality to the blog. You may notice some link tabs near the top of the page linking to pages with more information about Blue Sage Studios and what we do. I am trying to get everything back in good order. If you have any suggestions for something you would like to see on the page let me know.

Eggfinity

The OKCMOA Omelet Party!

The Week Ahead

Good thing there is a calendar over on the side bar and one posted on the Blue Sage Studios website too. With school out for a couple of days I forgot to post again.

The Week of Feb 1
Monday - 4 to 9
Tuesday - Closed, but I got to work for a few hours on some platters and gold leaf hearts
Wednesday - 1 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - Not sure yet
Saturday - OKCMOA class (10 to 2) then working til about 6
Sunday - 1 to 7 or so.

Mark you calendars now for the Istvan Gallery Open House on February 12th from 6 to 10!

Keep it centered!

The Week Ahead

Things around the studio are good. Everything seems to be finding it's place a little better all the time. It is a process in what works and what does not.
There is a new class at Pratt being taught by Chuck Lopez in May. I think our Chuck is going. It would be a great class.

The Week of January 25
Monday - 3:30 to 9
Tuesday - Closed to Charge the Furnace
Wednesday - 11 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - 11 to 3, The City Arts Center Cafe City Arts 7 to 11
Saturday - 8 to 6
Sunday - 1 to 3

Keep it centered!

The Week Ahead

I was trying to figure out why I did not post the Week Ahead. We were in the studio on Monday instead of school.

I did add the Google Calendar to the main website. http://www.bluesagestudios.com at the very bottom of the page. I am keeping up with the calendar and it is good to have it posted. Folks wondering what time/day they are scheduled for can find it easily and folks wanting to come in to watch us work can find a good time to do so.

Rivers Edge Countertops

We have teamed up with River's Edge Countertops to provide with with our left over glass bits. They are a local company making counter tops from concrete and glass. This gives us a good opportunity to recycle a big part of our "trash".

The Week Ahead

It looks to be a full week of glass blowing. What great fun. We are really making some very exciting objects de arte, drop by the studio to see our latest creations!

The week of January 10th
Monday - 1 to 9
Tuesday - Closed to Charge Furnace
Wednesday - 2 to 9
Thursday - 11 to 8
Friday - 4 to 8
Saturday - 10 to 7 with OKCMOA Class
Sunday - 1 to 7 or so.

David Patchen Hand Blown Glass : In The Studio

David Patchen Hand Blown Glass : In The Studio
Looks to be a very good photo guide to process. Great glass here too.

Article

I found this article online.
Great stuff. Check it out. Comment on the article too.

Coupon

We do have a coupon online using the Google Local Business Center. Check it out when you can print the coupon and save 10%.

Photos from LookOKC

We were recently featured in LookOKC. Our OKCMOA glassblowing ornament class was the highlight. (Link fixed)
http://newsok.com/multimedia/photos/gallery/600184/31

Photos

A new Picasa Web Album Gallery

The Week Ahead

Thank you all for a wonderful 2009. I anticipate 2010 being a great year. If you see something the studio needs to help us make more wonderful glass please let me know.

The Week of January 4 to 10
Monday - 2 to 8
Tuesday - Closed
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - 4 to 7:30
Saturday - 10 to 4
Sunday - 1 to 7

Keep it centered!

Schedule

I am not sure what the schedule for the holiday break will look like yet. I know we have a lot of the regular time slots filled up. I expect to get the schedule posted online this weekend. If you are planning a visit to the studio it would not hurt to give a call first.
Have a great holiday and a Merry Christmas.

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Ornaments

Roy and I worked last night making ornaments. It was great fun but Christmas is near and ornament making season will soon be over.
Roy had a great time in Oregon and has brought back so neat new things. The flowers have stepped up a notch for sure.
Everything is going well at the studio. Many thanks to everyone!
Keep it centered.

The Week Ahead

We had a wonderful Ornament Making Party on Sunday. Thank you to everyone who come out to be a part of this event!

We are busy this week and then next week will be Winter Break at School and two weeks off.

December 14 (my brother's birthday) to Dec. 20

Monday - 4 to 9
Tuesday - Closed but making ornaments 5 til 9 or so
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - 4 to 7 but folks are in working during the day too.
Saturday - 9 to 5 with OKCMOA Ornament Class
Sunday - 1 to 7 or so

OKCMOA

The Oklahoma City Museum of Art has posted the Winter Class Schedule. Classes are already starting to fill up.

The Week Ahead

Wow, the Home Show was great. Thank you all so very much for your support over the weekend. What great fun. Rave reviews on the snacks as well as the glass!

We are working the week of the 9th to the 15th
Monday through Friday - 4 to 9
Saturday 8 to 5 with an OKCMOA ornament class 10 to 2
Sunday - 1 to 7

Drop by any time!
Keep it centered.

Roy's Vase

We recently created a very lovely vase.

The Week Ahead

This is Home Show Weekend. It is going to be a great time. Drop by the studio if you get the opportunity. Holiday shopping abounds!

November 30 to December 6
Monday - 4 to 9
Tuesday - 5 to 9
Wednesday - 4 to 9
Thursday - 4 to 9
Friday - 10 am to 6 pm
Saturday - 8 am to 6 pm
Sunday - 10 am to 6 pm

Friday Shopping

Good Morning, well they say today is Black Friday. Everyone is out shopping. There is a lot to see and a lot to do. Be sure to visit locally owned stores during your shopping experience. See what you can find made locally. There is a lot of really neat stuff going on in Oklahoma right now.

Blue Sage Studios will be open from 10 to 5 for you shopping and watching pleasure.

Keep it centered!