Decided to jump on the bandwagon and create a facebook page for fun and to expand my social networks. So if you have a facebook I would appreciate it if you "Liked" my page

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I can't believe this week has finally arrived! AnimeFEST 2012 is this weekend and I'm super excited!

I'll be running a table with just like last year. Here's a map with where we are located: [link]

If you're headed down there feel free to stop by and say hi to us!

Well, looks like Art House Coop has posted sign ups for the Sketchbook Project 2013 and they've unveiled some new categories!
Looks like this year's tour is going to be really exciting because it'll be stopping by the SXSW music festival in Austin, TX

So if you haven't already, sign up: [link]

Speaking of Sketchbook Project... if you ever stop by the Brooklyn Art Library... my 2012 sketchbook can be found under the call number 144.1-6

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Now for exciting news will be at AnimeFEST's artist alley on September... so stop by and say hi to us!

Thanks for sending in your project for The Sketchbook Project: 2012! We just wanted to let you know that your project has now been cataloged into the Brooklyn Art Library! It can be found on the shelves with a call number of 144.1-6.
Please stay tuned for more details about the project.

Sincerely,
The Art House Librarian Robot

Art House Co-op
www.arthousecoop.com

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Awesome! If you're around the area feel free to take a look! Or you can check it out during the tour: [link]

So I've officially signed up to participate in The Sketchbook Project.

Basically, participants get to choose a theme and they will be given a sketchbook to draw in for the entire (or remainder in my case) of 2011. The sketchbooks must be completed and mailed in by January 31st 2012 and from then on they will go on a tour and be displayed at various galleries across the world before making their back to The Brooklyn Art Library's permanent collection where people can access them anytime.

I think it's a neat project and if you're interested in participating visit this site:

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So I have some great news! We got an email today saying that we have been taken off the waiting list and are now officially part of Afest's artist alley!

Stop by and say hi, I can't wait to meet you guys

Please visit our page on dA to see a few things we're planning to sell

I've never really tried any air-dry glazes outside of the Sculpey brand. Back when I started making charms I scrounged around dA trying to figure out which brand of gloss to use. I remember one user tried three different glazes and all three glazes resulted in a "browning" or discoloration of their sculptures. My reasoning was: it makes sense that Sculpey products are very compatible with other Sculpey products, right? It was decided that I would stick with Sculpey brand so off to Michael's to get some glaze.

I've been using the same Sculpey glossy glaze for about 3 years now (although I've tried out their satin glaze a few times) and so far I like the results. It wasn't until a few months ago that I noticed that Sculpey unveiled a new formula. When compared to the original it appears to be more diluted and is a white-ish color instead of clear. At the time Michael's still had some of the original glaze in stock so I bought a few with a "if it ain't (yes, my Texan is showing) broke, don't fix it" mindset. Eventually I ran out of glaze and took another trip to Michael's. Obviously the stock of original glaze had been long gone so I bought one bottle and decided to try it out.

PROS:
It seems watery at first, but the consistency is actually a bit of an improvement. I remember how the original formula was quite thick. Although it cured nicely in the end, I felt that the brush was picking up more gloss than it should have. You could dilute the formula but the end result wouldn't be as "glossy" as before.

CONS:
If you use too many layers or you have deep crevices you'll end up with a "white-ish" finish as apposed to a clear one. Also, because it's more "watery" air bubbles are likely to form so you much be careful in choosing the type of brush you use

I have also read other reviews that the new formula causes acryllic paint to crack and some people have seen a "browning".  Since I used colored Sculpey, I haven't experienced any cracking, however, like I mentioned above I am not a huge fan of the "white" finish for over-glazed areas. Overall, I haven't had a terrible experience but I will probably look for another brand.

Many people have suggested using nail polish instead... however depending on the nail polish formula and strength I've noticed it can crack. I have also heard good reviews about Triple Thick so I'm probably going to try that next.

Any other suggestions?

As some of you may know after the 80th table was sold Afest placed a temporary hold (waiting list) for the artists' alley.

Annnd obviously was placed on the waiting list. While we do realize this hold is temporary (they are not sure how many tables they are able to set aside) there is no guarantee if we will be able to get a table this year. Anyways we are trying to stay positive and hope more tables will be available. If not, don't worry we'll definitely nab a table next year (note to submit even earlier next time XD)