Art for All Seasons Blog Tour

I am so excited to share my friend Susan's latest book, Art for All Seasons! 

This treasure of a book includes 40 art lessons (or more accurately, guided inspirations) for kids. The projects are inspired by nature and grouped into four categories based on the seasons.

As in Susan's previous books, many of the awesome tutorials are inspired by working artists. I am totally honored that Susan chose one of my felt banners to provide inspiration for her leaf table runner lesson.

Each lesson starts with a list of needed materials, a photo of the finished project and a tidbit about the inspiring artist.

Easy to follow instructions guide the reader through the project along with great photos by Susan's husband, Rainer.

This book is fantastic for parents, grandparents, caregivers and teachers alike.

Head over to Susan's blog to follow the rest of Art for All Seasons' book tour- there are even chances to win a free book!

To order your own signed copy, go here!

You can also find it on Amazon or get it at your local bookstore.

New Facebook Page!

Hey friends! The new facebook page is up and running~ keep in touch!

https://www.facebook.com/LucysArtEmporium

A New Owner for the Shop!

Wonderful news! The brick and mortar part of Lucy's will have a new owner.

Jennifer Blosser will be taking over the shop mid-March. You will still find all of your favorite artists here along with Jennifer's new visions to make the shop even more fabulous.

My last day in the shop will be March 8th. We'll close for about a week and then you can visit Jennifer in her store. Thank you all for your continued support!

Daisy

A New Chapter

Dear Friends,

With a great deal of sadness, I am writing to tell you that Lucy's (in its current form) will be closing at the end of February. I can't thank you all enough for your enthusiasm and support over the last 4 years. 

Dover has proven to be a community that cares about its local businesses. You have embraced Lucy's and the work of our many local artists. Lovingly handmade art and gifts by over 60 artists went to good homes in the month of December alone!

As many of you know, I have a 10 month old "shop assistant" and it is time to make a change. This isn't the end of Lucy's but just the start of a new chapter. You can still find goodies in Lucy's etsy shop and at upcoming craft shows. Hopefully the future will bring a Lucy's holiday pop-up shop.

Truly, this has been an amazing experience and it's not over yet! There will be lots of fun in the coming month including a Morgan McGeehan Designs jewelry trunk show on Saturday February 1st and the opening reception for Lucy's Retrospective Group show on Friday February 7th.

So, get in here, use those gift certificates and stock up on your handmade needs. You are all the best. I am so fortunate to have made such wonderful friends through this great adventure.

My very best,
Daisy

This week:

closed January 9th and 10th
Saturday 11-4

Happy New Year!

Lucy's artists have been busy creating new work for the new year! Stop by to see what's new.

Be sure to join us for 2014's first Art Walk: Friday January 3rd 5:30-7:30.

Heart Necklaces by Kind Finds, $18 each

EXTENDED HOLIDAY HOURS

Saturday 10-6

Sunday 11-5

Monday 10-7

Christmas Eve 9-3

Merry & Bright

The holidays have arrived at Lucy's!

Our talented artists have created a little something for everyone. Join us 7 days a week through Christmas and find just what you're looking for.

Hand Painted Glasses by Green Street Studio

Felt Ornaments by Laura Utley

"Where We Belong", Pastel by Laura Tuininga

Tea Caddies by Cyndi Buck

Sterling Earrings by Lofted Designs

Spooky Spectacular

Lucy's Art Emporium embraces the fun of the Halloween season with its group show Spooky Spectacular. A selection of Lucy's artists have let their imaginations wander toward the creepy, crawly and mysterious in a variety of media.

Newmarket artist Stacey Durand will show small drawings of chill-worthy creatures as well as adorable crocheted pumpkins. Jennifer Omand of Squarecat Comics will bring her usual quirky humor to pen and inks like "Wolfman and Piggie" while other artists will use collage, paint and fabric to bring life to bats, cats, shadows and full moons. 

This show will run from October 3rd through the 30th with an opening reception Friday October 4th 5:30-7:30 PM. The opening is free and open to the public, light refreshments will be served. This will also be the night of the Dover art walk- take a stroll to other galleries. Lucy's is located at 303 Central Avenue in Dover (just across from city hall). For more info, visit Lucy's on facebook.

Stacey Durand: Skeleton Moth, drawing, 4" x 6", $16

Fall Arrivals

Fall has come to Lucy's! Stop by and browse for gifts made by local artisans.

Warm & Cozy Baby Headbands by MB by Brigid, $12 each

Infinity Scarves by Bridget Curtis, $20

Nature-Inspired Wall Decor by Karen Rudnicki
White Sea Star Wreath, $28

Copper Earrings by Morgan Sayer, $40

Stay Awake Until the Morning by Laura Tuininga
Pastel, $140

Summer at Lucy's

Roseann Meserve
"Path to Swim Beach"
Matted Print

Charm Bracelet by Boutique Trashique, $18

Adorable baby booties by Laura McGarvey
$20 & $15

Nick Ellard
"Lebanon #4"
Oil, 18" x 24"
$200

Seaglass Earrings by Ripple Designs
$46

Summer in New England

Mixed Media work by Karen Rudnicki

and

Watercolors by Roseann Meserve

June 4th - July 6th

Manna Island by Roseann Meserve
Watercolor, $50

 Dover watercolorist Roseann Meserve has created a selection of vibrant watercolors which capture the beauty of summer on the Seacoast.

Karen Rudnicki's Mixed Media Flowers

 Karen Rudnicki of Forest and Shore displays wreaths and flowers created from locally foraged treasures. Rudnicki enjoys searching for materials such as twigs, shells and seaglass.

18" wreath with mussel shells and sea star

The shop will be closed

Friday May 17th through Sunday May 19th

We'll be back Monday!

Happy New Year!

Thanks to all of Lucy's

wonderful customers and artists

for making 2012 such a

great year!

Your amazing products and

desire to shop locally are keeping

downtown Dover strong.

Happy New Year!

Sterling Bubble Necklace by Lofted Designs

Holiday Small Works Show 2012

Over 100 pieces of super affordable artwork will adorn Lucy's walls this holiday season. Just the right size and price for gift giving!

December 4th 2012 - February 2 2013

Opening Reception Friday December 7th 5-7 PM

Please join us for refreshments!

Featuring work by:

Caryn Lynn Duncan

Stacey Durand

Nick Ellard

Chloe LaRochelle

Roseann Meserve

Jill Nalette

Nanci Nason

Esina Belliveau Navarro

Jennifer Omand

pixl pshr

Larry Reynolds

Susan Schwake

Laura Utley

Susan Schwake
Beach House
Mixed Media, 8" x 8"
$38

Jennifer Omand
Red Dragon & Doggie
Watercolor & Ink, 5" x 5"
$40

Larry Reynolds
Coming to Town
Tin Assemblage
$75

pixl pshr
Mario Question Block Punch
Felt Collage, 8" x 6"
$28

Shop Local, Feel Merry!

Printmakers show

Lucy's will host the work of several regional printmakers throughout the month of November. Stacey Durand, Anthony Landry, Erin Landry Fowler and Nick Ellard will display several forms of printmaking.

Linocuts, Woodcuts and Monotypes in a variety of subject matter will be on view.

November 3rd - December 1st 2012

Stacey Durand

Neighbors

Monoprint

7" x 5", $35

Portraits: Real & Imagined

Lucy's Art Emporium will host the work of Abby Mariah Wentworth. Abby has created a series of intriguing figure studies for her show, Portraits: Real & Imagined. Some of the collection depict people close to Abby while others like The Elusive Blue Lobster bring the viewer to a completely mythical world.

Abby's paintings are colorful and full of intriguing details. She often utilizes upcycled materials like repurposed cutting boards for her painting surfaces. Abby will also display her greeting cards, screen-printed earth flags and self-published children's books.

This show will run from October 2^nd through 31st with and opening reception Friday October 12th from 5-7 PM. The opening is free and open to the public, light refreshments will be served. Lucy's is located at 303 Central Avenue in Dover (just across from city hall).

Earth Flags, $25 per set

Ataraxia, acrylic, $600

The Elusive Blue Lobster, Acrylic, $500

Lucy's Welcomes Carey Armstrong-Ellis

Line Dance, Oil

It is impossible to keep from smiling when enjoying the artwork of Maine illustrator, Carey Armstrong-Ellis. Ellis brings a cheerful and humorous touch to everything she creates.

Carey is truly a multi-talented artist who masterfully divides her time between painting, illustration and whimsical fiber art. Her illustrations have been published in a variety of wonderful children's books including several written by Carey herself.

Happy Bees, Eating Swiss Cheese
from Happy Bees by Arthur Yorinks
Gouache & Colored Pencil

The show at Lucy's will feature originals in oil, gouache and colored pencil and fabric collage. Lucy's regulars will recognize Carey's homage to the Muppets prints as well as originals of  Line Dance and Attack of the Zombie Heads. In each of these pieces, Carey has set up a still life of action figures and toys and painted them as though they were living subjects. In doing so, she takes our childhood memories, adds a storyline and creates a charming piece of artwork.

Take a gander at Carey's website, www.slugworksrocks.com where she shares lots of her fabulous artwork, views of her studio and other fun treats!

September 4th - 29th at Lucy's

Carey's Homage to the Muppets Prints, 5" x 5", $10 each