by Karen Rainsong | Apr 14, 2020 | Oregon Country Fair, Podcasts
Hear about the leatherwork artistry of Astral Chrysalis Design. Inspiration often comes from the customers as they try on items in different ways than expected. Hats, skirts, belts, jewelry, all of the items are hand made and one of a kind. With the piecework,...
by Karen Rainsong | Feb 19, 2020 | Oregon Country Fair, Podcasts
Derek Jones is an amazing glass artist who creates beautiful pendants, giant marble-like orbs, and more. Hear him talk about his personal ethos behind flexible pricing and how he collaborates with others for some of his settings. Spreading art and joy since 1995 at...
by Karen Rainsong | Jan 8, 2020 | Oregon Country Fair, Podcasts
Eve at Talismana Designs talks to us about her design inspiration including symbolism and motifs of the natural world. Bees, bones, beetles, porcupine quills are just some of the materials she works with. She has lived the festival lifestyle for many years and now...
by Karen Rainsong | Sep 4, 2019 | Oregon Country Fair, Podcasts
Take a peek inside the Alkahest Leather booth at the Oregon Country Fair and find out how duct tape and inspiration contributes to these beautiful and unique Sylvan style products. We’ll talk to Dustin and Tiera, the co-creators of these fancy shoes, boots, and...
by Karen Rainsong | Nov 18, 2017 | Video Vignettes
Thomas has been making exquisite jewelry for 50 years. His design motifs center around ocean themes. See some examples at his booth at Oregon Country Fair. Follow Us Follows...