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Birthday Bash at The Hot Shop

Tuesday, August 17th, 2010

You may not remember the day you were born or your first birthday, but the folks at Orange Beach Arts Center and The Hot Shop are full of first-year memories and excitement for the future of Alabama’s only public-access glass studio.

You're invited to a birthday bash for The Hot Shop at the Orange Beach Arts Center on Friday, August 20, 2010.

And what a fun evening they have planned to mark the occasion!

From 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, August 20, you’ll be treated to a Hot Glass Cold Drinks celebration. Food and drinks are just the beginning, accompanied by the uplifting, sophisticated guitar sounds of Roman Street.

Wander through the Arts Center and around the grounds, and you’ll find all kinds of artistic activities in progress. Glass-blowing demonstrations will be offered by Mark Lupeta, Steve and Dee Burrow will show their process of pottery making, and Opal Young will invite you to watch as she creates a painting.

A public mosaic project will be led by Connie Blum, so don’t pass up your opportunity to add your personal touch. “Bob” the Art Car will be making a special appearance. And you know you can’t pass up a chance at a raffle, especially when it will benefit the Arts Center.

This Birthday Bash is also the opening of the 2010 Members Show. Check out new works by your favorite artists while you discover some new favorites to admire.

Learn more by contacting the Arts Center at 251-981-2787—or simply show up and talk to the Arts Center folks at 26389 Canal Rd. in Orange Beach, east of the Hwy. 161 intersection.

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Thar She Blows! (But It’s Not What You Think!)

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009
Discover the craft and participate in glass-blowing classes in Orange Beach, Alabama.

Discover the techniques and participate in glass-blowing classes in Orange Beach, Alabama.

A glowing blob at the end of a long stick turns into a work of art. YOUR work of art. How does that happen?

The newly opened (August 2009) Hot Shop at Orange Beach Arts Center is Alabama’s only public access glass studio, and the artists there want to teach you about their craft. How exciting! I’ve seen a glass blower at work a couple of times, but never had an opportunity to participate. Now is my chance – and yours – to discover the secrets behind those wonderful glass ornaments, paperweights and vessels.

Every Saturday, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., artist Joe Hobbs will begin with a demonstration, then allow you to create your own piece. The fee is just $20 for an ornament and $35 for the paperweight. But the educational fun is priceless.

Looking for a more in-depth experience? Participate in a three-hour workshop filled with hands-on opportunities. These afternoon sessions (2-5 p.m., $150) teach techniques for shaping and coloring the glass, and you can take your three or four creations home the next day. If you are a guest in town, don’t worry – they can ship your art pieces to you.

If glass craft isn’t your artistic priority, you’ll find plenty more to choose from. Mixed media, pine needle baskets and colored pencil classes begin in September, each extending four or six weeks. And there’s more on the horizon.

Keep in touch with the Orange Beach Arts Center to learn about upcoming opportunities. You’ll find them at 26389 Canal Rd. in Orange Beach, Alabama, and online at www.OrangeBeachArtCenter.com.

Open your creative mind with peaceful walks on the beach, and take home one-of-a-kind treasures when you combine your day of glass art with a weekend at the beach! Meyer Real Estate has terrific specials and specific-property hot deals to make it affordable for you. Let us help bring out the artist in you!

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