Looking back and then looking around, it is amazing how the sea glass world has changed since the commencement of my business several years ago. Artists! Artists everywhere! I launched a sea glass hunters group (The North East Sea Glass Society) in New England last Spring which has been a Mecca for the local sea glass enthusiasts and many prominent local sea glass artists.
A social network for "Sea glass artists & collectors" has the sea glass artist world rocking!
The NASGA (North American Sea Glass Association) annual "Sea Glass Festival" has grown by leaps and bounds in both its' attendance and vendor participants and is the "Ultimate Sea Glass Event" of the year.
There were just a few sea glass artists on the net when "Sea Glass Jewelry by Danielle Renee's" online gallery was launched. Now there are too many to count. Once asked... how do I feel about the competition? If anything, I welcome it! First of all given its' recent surge in popularity, it would be like trying to hold back the tide to not embrace it. Secondly, people have a right to pursue their dreams, just as I have.
We are now witnessing many different types of sea glass art including photography, painting, sculpturing, furniture making and jewelry making. There is much talent to behold and it is blatantly obvious that the true artist works diligently at being unique in every sense of the word. These artists are set apart from the others and will ultimately achieve success.
I once read an article about a Wharf in New Jersey. Both sides of the wharf were lined with Pizza stands. Each Pizza business here on this wharf did well. Why? Because they all had their own recipes! Having so many types of pizza to choose from, made it a huge draw to the public. Different people, different tastes. One location made it easy for the public and makes it a win, win for everyone. I equate this success story to the annual "North American Sea Glass Festival".
A reminder to save the date: October 9th & 10th at the Cape Cod Resort & Conference Center in Hyannis, MA.
Don't forget to check out my gallery for dozens of new rare sea glass jewelry items that have recently been posted.
As always your true character of grace and generousity is Top Hat. Many of us can only aspire to for-runners such as yourself. This niche of Sea Glass art was made easier for myself and others because You brought it to the forefront. Thanks...You Rock!!;) Fair Winds and Calm Seas, Deborah Leon
ReplyDeleteThank you Deborah for lovely comment!
ReplyDeleteWishing you much success after all we are sisters in seaglass :)