Author Archives: Brad Sears
Distinguishing Your Work
I think many – if not most – artists/artisans struggle for ways to distinguish themselves – make their work/”businesses” distinct and “relevant” (if I can use that term) in today’s world. That said, here a few thoughts I developed for … Continue reading
Columbine Student’s Father – 12 Years Later
The following might not be popular. It certainly is not “politically correct.” It was forwarded to me by a friend. I’m taking the liberty of passing it along verbatim. On Thursday, Darrell Scott, the father of Rachel Scott, a victim … Continue reading
Why Woodturning?
While completing the Jurying Application for the Lehigh Valley Guild of Craftsmen, I wrote the following in answer to the question: “Please explain the process of your craft and describe your background.” I hope you enjoy this answer. Starting with … Continue reading
Selling Fine Art/Fine Craft on Consignment
The American craft movement is an exciting, vibrant and amazing place to be! Meeting the public at art and craft shows, explaining your work, selling on-line, and pursuing gallery and consignment sales can produce an incredible “high.” It can also … Continue reading
Advertising on Etsy
With thousands of sellers and millions of products, Etsy.com is arguably the most vibrant on-line art and craft marketplace out there. But how to distinguish oneself from the crowd is the key question. So it was no surprise when a … Continue reading
My (new) Artist’s Statement
The longer I work as a studio woodturner, the more I find myself viewing my work differently – thus my updated Artist’s Statement. So you might ask, “why bother with an artist’s statement? Doesn’t your work speak for itself?” The … Continue reading
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Grey Towers Heritage Assn – Festival of Wood
This weekend, August 6 – 7, from 10AM – 5PM, the Grey Towers Heritage Association is presenting its seventh annual “Festival of Wood” – one of the most prestigious exhibitions of fine woodcraft held in North America. Held in Milford, … Continue reading
Powermatic Lathe Quill Fix
I love my Powermatic 3520B (aka “mustard monster”) wood lathe. It’s a sturdy, powerful machine that does everything I’ve asked of it without complaint. In all, I think it’s the best value in an “advanced amateur/professional” wood lathe currently available. … Continue reading
The EtsyLush Team
Etsy.com is, as many of you know, one of the world’s most vibrant online marketplaces. One of Etsy’s greatest features are Etsy “teams” – virtual groups of sellers banding together to help promote each others’ shops, answer questions and improve … Continue reading