The Hawicz Collection of decorative masks and egg artistry are created by Basia Haszlakiewicz. Masks are her preferred choice of artistic expression, as varied as the people we meet on a daily basis. “Pisanki” are decorated Easter eggs, in the tradition of the Slavic folk art. Basia has taken this craft to new dimension and infused them with stories and fantasies on a tiny scale.
The compositions are primarily a product of found objects, accumulated over many decades including a variety of embellishments, toys, nail art, seashells, stones, jewels, hardware, and just an unusual combination of everyday “stuff”. Each work starts with a palette of materials that evolves, unfolds. The artist’s studio is a cornucopia of tools, adhesives, and findings.
Precia Harthco has a Bachelor of Arts degree in interior design, specializing in hospitality design.
“Crafting has always been a part of my life,” she says. “In the 70s I dabbled in macrame and decoupage. The 80s and 90s saw stained glass and copper foiling. At the turn of the century everything was fair game: Jewelry, etched glass, beading, ballroom dance dresses, but by then I was really focusing on my interior designs. In 2020 during the COVID epidemic I finally found wet-felting and realized it combined all my creative cravings: the color pallet is infinite, I learn new techniques almost every day, the experience is refreshing, the tactile involvement is cathartic, and each piece I complete makes me want to do more.”
Finally settling in Houston, Texas, she has a small home studio where she spends her days blending colors and textures to create the perfect piece. https://bit.ly/oncloudsoffleece
Over my career as an artist, I have used a wide variety of styles from Pop to abstract art. I begin each work of art without a clear destination. Each piece has its own unique personality. My work is generally colorful, playful and uniquely weird. I make art because that’s what I’m here to do.
I paint big, colorful flowers. I am fascinated by the repetitive shapes, the colors, and the energy of plants and flowers. They are each so unique and different, almost as if they have little personalities. I love the big bold varieties of sunflowers and zinnias, as well as exotic tropicals like hibiscus and bird of paradise. I could paint them for hours and never get tired of it. I keep my garden chock-full of all these types so I get to live with them and study them. They are constantly making me smile and informing my work.
My art is uplifting and positive. There’s enough heavy negativity these days, so I’m doing my part to put positive energy back into the world. Color saves lives. It inspires us to think better, work smarter, and play more. My art is about beauty, color, and joy, and ultimately, it’s about hope.
Juried by the artists, visitors will find friendly artists with paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry and many more popular art mediums. A family friendly event with food, drink and local musicians.
First Saturday Arts Market A Monthly Outdoor Fine Art Event, Since 2004 540 W. 19th St., Houston TX 77008 11:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.
First Saturday Arts Market December 3
HOUSTON, TEXAS — Houston’s original monthly outdoor art market finishes the year with the annual Holiday Market, Saturday, December 3, 2022, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. at 540 W. 19th St. Over 40 artists from the greater Houston area and Austin are featured in this market.
“Holiday shopping and the promise of cooler weather always maxes out the November and December markets,” market founder and manager Mitch Cohen said.
Cohen, an artist and Heights resident, founded the market in 2004. The market has been on W. 19th St., since 2006 and today stands out as the only monthly, artist curated outdoor market.
“I’ve always been a huge fan of festivals but noticed a lack of regular events just for artists in 2003. So I just started a monthly market myself with the intention of selling my paintings too. My art took a back seat as the market grew in popularity and to this day I am humbled by the support of the Houston community and the artists that attend.”
First Saturday Arts Market has featured dozens of visual artists showcasing their work in the Historic Houston Heights since 2004. Visitors to this free event will find friendly artists with paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry and many more popular art mediums. There is always a popular food truck on site and local singer/songwriters can often be found providing entertainment at the market.
The MoJo Sisters perform at noon. The duo is Joanna Jetton and Martha White and perform fun, upbeat classic covers and some of the best originals I’ve heard written by White. Jetton cohosts the KPFT Bluegrass Depot, Saturdays 7-10 p.m., with Dalton Harris.
A complete artist roster, directions, photos and more is on the website, www.FirstSaturdayArtsMarket.com.
Though Wildlife Photography is my primary genre I enjoy creating something different with various applications. Whether the piece is serious or whimsical my hope is the same. I want the viewer to pause. www.photoswithvision.com
This is a simple set up, but I do thank you for reviewing these short instructions. Photos are below. Remember to only call or text me if you need to get my attention Saturday.
*Note – use the given address for your GPS to enter the main entrance off FM 1093 at the stoplight. From the main entrance turn right onto Cross Creek Bend Lane, turn left into the market area. Signage will be out.
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
Reference maps below.
Arrive between 9 and 10:00
Stop at parking cones
We will show you to your space
Unload completely
PARK
Set up
Vehicles off the lot by 10:30
Booths are assigned -there is no electricity at the booths
We close at 3 p.m.
Breakdown as much as you can before retrieving your vehicle.
