I create sterling silver custom jewelry made from unconventional materials gathered from her travels all over the world. My jewelry is influenced by past professions and recent passions, including my animals and the concept of reinterpreting found objects. No two bracelets or pendants are alike. Each design is a kaleidoscope of memories redefined as fanciful arm and neck candy. I work with materials such as sterling silver, clay, resin and silk. bluekangaroojewelry.net
My work incorporates a variety of metals (mostly sterling silver), gemstones, enamel, plastics, paper, wood, and vintage jewelry findings. My most recent work incorporates hand fabricated bezels, acrylic domes, and my own watercolor artwork illuminated behind the acrylic domes.
I enjoy working in alternative materials, most specifically plastics and love to incorporate color and texture in my pieces.
All of my work in hand fabricated and made by me in my studio at Silver Street Studios.
Gathering inspiration from explorations of daily life, the environment, history and travel – this is the basis for all that I create. My personal influences are diverse, ranging from early childhood exposure to Faroese folk art and Peranakan textiles & ceramics to modern artists such as Jun Kaneko and Dale Chihuly . Mediums of choice vary based on concept and practical use – ceramics, paint, textiles, upcycling, salvaged materials, collage & assemblage . Pure, simple and beautiful is my endeavor – Hansdottir is the resulting amalgamation.
What’s unique about my work is that I print in Platinum/Palladium. These prints originate as either film or digital images and are printed by hand here in my Montgomery, Texas studio. These are heirloom quality prints presented either framed or unframed. I am currently in AfterImage Gallery in Dallas. www.michaelpittmanimages.com
Specializing in custom fused glass jewelry, and unique fused glass functional and recycled glass. Whether you are looking for a special piece for your home, as a gift, or a unique and one of a kind piece of jewelry, you’ll find it at Limestone Art & Glass.
I started researching for a new column about live music venues in the Heights. Talk about “hard work!” Ha. I’d like to invite new artists (musicians) to come and perform at the art market too. So I started my journey last night, and wanted to share with you.
EQ Heights 1030 Heights Blvd. – [themify_icon icon=”fa-facebook-square” link=”https://www.facebook.com/eqheights” ] was my first stop. Roy Schneider & Kim Mayfield, from Florida were performing. Americana/Folk/Rock is their self described genre. Roy sang, played guitar, harp and a bass drum and Kim sang backup vocals and mandolin. Roy has stories for his songs and they sound great together. Everyone loves a good story! Find them on the road here: www.royschneider.com
I met the owner of EQ Heights, and he said to expect music there on Thursday & Saturday nights. The shows are free, they do serve beer & wine, breakfast and lunch. Lots of coffee drinks too. EQ is in a typical Heights bungalow, very roomy inside with lots of seating, similar to a home setting – but cooler of course! Big deck too!
While enjoying the music, people were coming and going – it is a coffee shop. One such person was artist Lynet McDonald, a good friend and you may know her from Redbud Gallery on 11th. It appears that not only does this cool spot have coffee and beer and music, but art too! Lynet is curating the art and currently has Gary Griffin’s photography in the front room. I may be risking my health by posting this unapproved photo of Lynet. But ah, life isn’t supposed to be safe! Lynet you’re a cutie, relax. 😀
Cottonwood Houston, 3422 N Shepherd Dr. (From the same folks that own Liberty Station on Washington.) Was my next stop to catch Jason James, old school country/honkytonk. Great big fun! Looks like Cottonwood has music Thursday thru Saturday. There’s a giant stage under a pavilion, a bar is there too, housed inside a shipping container. How cool is that?! This place is big inside, and can accommodate a couple thousand I bet, but roomy enough last night that it didn’t “feel” crowded. There were NOT a 1000 people there though, don’t let me scare.
Jason James Band at Cottonwood
I ran into more folks I know here, likeUrban Izzy, the fashion truck was at the entrance. Ladies if you haven’t met Sarah and her truck, go see her! While here I also ran into the legendary Rick Heysquierdo, Rick is host to the Lone Star Jukebox, his radio program on KPFT 90.1 now in his 25th Year on air! Congrats Rick! Rick moved his live music show called Troubadour Tuesday to Cottonwood, where he hosts a live version of his radio program, and its free! Next up will be Troubadour Tuesday with The South Austin Moonlighters on February 9. Check the Facebook event page here.
BTW, in case you didn’t know, Mayor Annise Parker, proclaimed December 31st to be Rick Heysquierdo Day. So now you have to ask “What are you doing on Rick Heysquierdo Day?” Instead of New Years Eve. Nice!
I ended the night at the legendary Dan Electro’s Guitar Bar, 1031 E 24th St. The club is under new ownership, and has added a full bar! They plan to continue to showcase musicians and jams, yeah!
I remember coming to this bar on Thursday nights for the open jam sessions when I first moved to the Heights. (1994 -egads!) Back then, local musicians had a chance to the share the stage with music legends as this was the place they flocked to late at night for some R & R. The walls were covered with celebrity pics of some or our favorite stars. Mostly musicians – but I remember one night getting a call from friend about midnight, that her boyfriend was on stage playing sax along side Richard Gere, also playing sax. WHAT? Wow, crazy times.
Fast forward to 2016 and Erin Fisher Wright(twitter), jazz bassist and guitarist, is hosting a jazz jam on Thursdays. I have to tell you, if you do not know, Houston has some of the most talented jazz musicians on the planet hiding amongst us. And if you want to meet them, follow Erin. This is the 3rd venue for her jazz jam (on my radar anyway.) First she was at King Biscuit Cafe, then Dharma Cafe (both closed) and after a hiatus is back now at Dan Electro’s. They play late and there’s a food truck in the parking lot. Dan Electro’s is in the middle of the neighborhood – and is not what you’d expect to find, but hey, this IS the Heights. Well worth your time, grab a bunch of friends!
Best part? Talking with Erin about bringing a jazz trio to the February art market! WOO
With over 15 years experience in visual arts, I mostly enjoy working with acrylics, graphite and ink. My work has been described as “eccentrically high in detail” and that sums it up pretty good! My ideas are all creations from my own silly little brain, and I live for the smile on people’s faces when they see my work… that’s what it’s all about for me and why I create. My motto is simple: have fun with everything and always question the possibility! www.kschwa.virb.com 832-361-0239
Joshua Robert Schwarzkopf made his grand debut on November 6, 2015. He was born weighing 8 lbs and 13 ounces and measured 21 inches long. His hobbies include singing songs, looking in the mirror and nursing. He embarks on this journey in life with 3 siblings, a sister and two brothers, and two proud parents, Robert and Kimberly.
Kimberly Schwarzkopfattends the art market as often as she can. Click her name to view her art.
Original art by Kimberly Schwarzkopf – Big Primpin’ | 11×14 Acrylic on Canvas | SOLD
Artist Kiki Neumann takes great pride in her ability to spot the rare treasures others toss out. As is the case today when as seen here, Kiki rescued the Busy Bee sign off of North Shepherd. She told me she knew it would be thrown out and kept a close eye on it.
The sign is now in it’s new home at Kiki’s backyard apiary. (bee hives y’all!) You could say, Kiki has been a busy bee!
I’ve written about Kiki and her knack for turning trash to treasure a couple times in my THE LEADER art column here & here.
Vintage hand painted sign I have been watching and adoring for 16 years on N Shepherd. When the store went out of “busy”iness I bought it from the owners. Had to hire a sign company with a crane to take it down! Woohoo- saved from the landfill. Now it’s next to my bee hives!
~Kiki Neumann
Debbie Edmondson has now branched out with her alcohol ink art to fabric, wallpaper, and wrapping paper. Debbie now has some of her paintings on Spoonflower.com There are 15 designs for sale, with more to be added soon. Check out the wallpapers and wrapping papers, as well as the fabric.
Debbie will be at the April First Saturday Arts Market.
EQ Heights 1030 Heights Blvd. – [themify_icon icon=”fa-facebook-square” link=”https://www.facebook.com/eqheights” ] was my first stop. 
Cottonwood Houston, 3422 N Shepherd Dr. (From the same folks that own Liberty Station on Washington.) Was my next stop to catch 
I ended the night at the legendary 
