Last Friday I was in Portland. An unexpected trip that offered a wonderful opportunity to see some amazing glass artist in one small place. The Oregon Glass Guild www.oregonglassguild.org had their 11th Annual Glass Gallery Show & Sale at the Portland Convention Center. Two things happened that made this trip a reality. Sara decided she wanted to come home for Passover and take books and mementos home with her if I drove her back. Then around that time I read that a glass artist I met on Facebook was participating and the plans took off from there. Arrived Thursday night and early Friday Sara delivered me to the center's front door. Walked into a free event that was eye candy for glass both art lovers and artist.
The first thing I did was check out the Gallery where every artist was represented. Then I went to meet Linda Steider. Her booth was easy to find as I recognized her style. Her painting on glass is detailed and the gold accents are the finishing touch. Love the touch of whimsy on some of her pieces too. Since it was early I had time to introduce myself and spend some time for shop talk before more people showed up.
After viewing all 69 booth's I was overwhelmed, stimulated, inspired, and yet felt so comfortable there I wanted to stay longer. I forgot to bring a camera. Not sure if I could have taken any pictures. You can see Linda's work on her facebook page After three hours I called for my ride home. Tired but very happy.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Steider-Studios/109500489072770
www.oregonglassguild.org
