Read all about Shawna’s first speaking engagement at the Brain Injury of America’s 2018 Maine State Conference. Lots of lessons learned! Read More
Posts by shawnabarnes
Ceramic Cold Finish – Colored Pencils
In this post, artist Shawna N.M. Barnes covers the basics on using craft quality colored pencils as a cold finish medium on sculptural ceramics. Check it out! Read More
Ceramic Cold Finish – Golden Fluid Acrylic Paint
In this post, artist Shawna N.M. Barnes covers the basics on using Golden Fluid Acrylic paint as a cold finish medium on sculptural ceramics. Check it out! Read More
2018 – A Recap
2018 – a recap. Lots of hard lessons learned and obstacles overcame. Looking forward to 2019! Read More
Ceramic Cold Finish – Pan Pastel
First – what IS cold finish as it relates to ceramics? A cold finish is anything that is NOT glaze/underglaze. Only to be used for sculptural items – yes, jewelry can fall under this category. It is relegated for sculptural items ONLY because it is NOT food safe. Cold Finish Medium Read More
What does “Arts Accessibility” even mean?
There are a variety of different interpretations of what “arts accessibility” is. I’ve come up with five. Come find out what they are. Read More
Beyond The Clay
Beyond the Clay is the handicap accessible studio I plan to build in the next 12-18 months. Find out more here. Read More
Introducing – Art Project Boxes!
Introducing art project boxes created by artist Shawna N.M. Barnes. Find out what exactly they are and her suggested uses for them! Read More
Fireworks as an Emotional Trigger
Fireworks can be an interesting topic in the Veteran community. Some really love them and some really hate them. I share my experience and my views in today’s post. Read More
Making Reusable Mold Boxes
During her constant exploration in her studio practice, Shawna has developed a way to create reusable mold boxes when making silicone molds. Come find out how! Read More
Veterans in Craft Week at Haystack
Veterans in Craft Week was the result of a partnership between the Haystack Mountain School of Craft in Deer Isle, Maine, and Frontline Arts based out of New Jersey. It was a week long workshop/retreat for 40+ Veteran artists from across the US. This is just my perspective on this amazing perspective. Read More