These pieces were created specifically for the spring art show, Camille Leone

I have been super busy in my studio creating new work for the upcoming Camille Leone show presented by Square One taking place on Saturday, April 17th at the Ritz in Ybor.

Let me tell you, Square One puts on more than just an mixed media art show, it’s an EVENT…yes in capitals. With over 80 local artist showing their work, a fashion show by Disco Dolls and Lauren Kroeger along with another dance performance by Bella Danza this will be a party for sure! Oh and the other best part is that is it free to the public (2$ donations accepted).

Notice the texture on the pot.

Each show put on by Square One is themed, which makes it even more fun to be envolved with. I plan on creating a mask since this theme is based on CAMILLE LEONE, the name of an imaginary woman who will come to life through the artistic expressions of participating artists and performers.  It is a play on the word “chameleon” since this woman will have various identities. And to add to the theme the colors are red, gold & green, a nod to the Culture Club song “Karma Chameleon.” (I’m a BIG fan of Culture Club)

I hope to see everyone there. I will be staying all night from 7 – midnight, close to my space in hopes to meet new people and answer any questions about my new work.

These photos are a sneak peak at my work created just for this show..before they are glazed. You like?

Laura Irmis at Cakewalk

March Reception at Cakewalk Artists’ Co-op

Don’t you ever want to be part of something? To feel pride in your life? To give back , help or support something bigger than you? I do.

Time is my biggest obstacle these days. With my baby boy walking and requiring most of my attention it is a challenge to continue to create my work as much as I would like to, but I’m getting use to it. Located in downtown St. Pete are several beautiful galleries but Cakewalk is more than a art gallery. They are managed by Creative Clay a wonderful art center with a wonderful mission: Creative Clay’s mission is to make the arts accessible for every interested member of the Tampa Bay community regardless of age, gender, ability and/or race. Since 1995, Creative Clay has been providing local artists with developmental, physical and/or emotional disabilities an opportunity to pursue their passion for art making. Our arts programs consist of studio and community based activities for exploring unique personal realities in an inventive, professional environment.

I was already familiar with Creative Clay since I spend time volunteering there in 2005, so I was delighted to join Calkwalk Artists’ Co-op and be part of something great.

Saturday was the first gallery walk I was involved with and it was packed!

Enjoy the St Pete downtown gallery walk this weekend (it’s the second saturday of every month) and see my new work. I just joined Calkwalk Artists’ Co-op on March 1st and am proud to be with such a group of talented artists! Cakewalk Artists’ Co-op is a cooperative studio and artist gallery featuring the work of over 20 local artists. Cakewalk is managed by Creative Clay Cultural Arts Center, another organization I am very proud to be part of.

Cakewalk is part of the Downtown Arts Association. The DAA sponsors a monthly event called the Second Saturday Gallery Walk. Participating Galleries open their doors for extended hours on the second Saturday evening of every month. Oftentimes, there is a special theme to the Walk or galleries may have a special opening of new work featuring the artists on-site to meet and greet the public and answer questions about their work. The Walks are always open to the public and free of charge.

Our doors open early for a graduation party and then on to celebrate even more! Stop by and say HI!

(Cakewalk is on the map for the trolley stops too! More to come…)

I just got invited to participate in the Elliott Gallery Christmas Show and Sale at Eckerd College running from November 29-December 4th. As an alumni, I am excited to show my professors my current work. Here is an image from 2004 when I displayed my Ocean Vessel body of work at the campus.

Here is a peak at my most recent work. This will be included in my “REbirth” work, which is part of my Amphibious series.

In 2007 I did an interview about my branding and concepts on Saltwater Ceramics. Check it out:  http://vimeo.com/5492017

As most of you know, I am a bit camera shy.  Last year I did demos on how I create my pottery and I really enjoyed it…… I think since I have such a passion for my work I wasn’t too nervous. It was actually fun, I look forward to more!

http://www.ehow.com/video_4941599_glazing-interior-pottery.html

RETRO Perspectives
On January 18th from 8-12, the Tampa Museum hosted an amazing show titled RETRO Perspectives, which was a focus on the timeline of the Museum. With live music outside and inside, the place was packed full of artists and enthusiasts. Saltwater Ceramics s old several pieces and was thrilled to be part of the show all arranged by Avant Garde, the hip art group in Tampa.

Make sure you frequent their monthly Art after Dark parties!