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Sabrina Frey Fine Art

April 2021

 

It's a new spring and the sun is finally shining in NC.  This past month was filled with new work and new family members and lots of joy.  A wonderful vacation to South Dakota to welcome a new baby into the family gave me time to recharge and be a kid again.  It's amazing what a 10 and 7 year old can teach you about art when they become the teachers.  Back to basics and just enjoying the time spent together does wonders for the imagination and soul.

Don't forget that Mothers Day is coming and to celebrate we should have a SALE.  How about 15% off all existing inventory over $200.  

Of course, it includes free shipping in the US.  This is my once per year BIG SALE so if you've been holding off on that one piece now is the time to get it.  She deserves something as one-of-a-kind as she is this year.  DONT WAIT

Use discount code "2021 Mothers" to get your discount.  Sale ends May 8, 2021.

A snails pace

Inspiration can strike anytime, anywhere and sometimes the strangest things just call out to be created.  These past months I have been coming across various pictures of snails and thinking just how beautiful they are. Now, I'm not a big fan and their slimy little trails are fascinating but a bit gross too.  

 However, there is a true beauty in their simplicity and individuality.  Creating the series gave me chance to challenge myself by creating one per day and pushing myself out of my comfort zone. These little guys are 6x9 blocks and named after French car manufactures, Living with a car nut is rubbing off.

There are a total of nine in the series and I hope you'll check each one out in detail on my website.  What a great addition to a Garden or Sun Room.

Exciting News

While in South Dakota I had the opportunity to explore downtown and discovered an incredible place.  Prairie Edge is a unique Trading Post filled with treasures of the west and true Native American art. Not the kitschy stuff normally found in souvenir shops.  I'm always on the look out for quality craftsmanship of this rare and beautiful work.  Prairie Edge has fun and beautiful native work as well as other items and the Fine Art Gallery is a warm and friendly space filled with light and a variety of exceptional western art.  The exciting news is that I am their newest artist.  

While on your visit to the incredible wonders of South Dakota (Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Devil's Tower) be sure to stop by Rapid City's downtown and enjoy the shops, galleries and cafe's.  It will not disappoint and make sure you visit my work and the other treasures at Prairie Edge.

Keeping busy

 

Commissions are the name of the game right now.  Coming back from four shows in Florida had me busy creating special requests from new and existing collectors.  I love and welcome the challenge and hope that you'll remember me when you need that perfect piece.  There is no extra charge for commissions as pricing is based on size and technique, but they do take awhile.  Typically about 3-4 weeks depending on complexity and back log.  If you have something in mind contact me now so I can get it done before the busy summer travel season starts.

New four season piece called From Afar, special requested size and style.  This one is SOLD but I'm willing to make one for you in the size you need.

Any Parrotheads out there?  This beautiful Macaw named RITA was just completed and is available for purchase.  I was able to check this beauty off my Someday list this month.  As you can imagine this list is long and grows daily.  Rita is as beautiful and vibrant as you can imagine.  Using eight different shades of red bugle beads ranging from 3mm to 30mm sizes help bring her to life.  You cant help but pet the soft feathers and look into her inquisitive eye.  Rita was created on a 15x19 repurposed cabinet door that lets her feathers hang off the bottom edge.

 
Purchase Rita

The new workshop schedule is in place for spring and I hope you’ll consider signing up.  Remember they are limited to only five people, include lunch and materials and are full of learning, making friends and playing with beads.  You keep what you create and can pick my brain all day long to satisfy all your beading questions.  Most are being held in Charlotte at my studio but we are also hosting one in Easton,  Pennsylvania.  My summer travel schedule is getting organized now and I am happy to schedule a workshop in your area if Ill be there for a show.  Just contact me so we can discuss it.

Upcoming Spring 2021 workshops

 

Spots are filling up fast, so grab a friend and get signed up now.

 

Wednesday May 19, 2021 -

Easton, PA - Beginners

 

Saturday May 8, 2021 -

Charlotte, NC - Experienced

 

Saturday June 5, 2021 -

Charlotte, NC - Beginners

See website for more location details. 

Workshop and Lessons

Sabrina Frey Fine Art Gallery - Where and When

 

Confirmed Art Show Schedule:  Changes have happened so please check the website regularly for updates

 

May 15-16, 2021

Alexandria Old Town Springtime

festival of the Arts, Virginia

 

May 22-23

Shadyside on Walnut Street, Pittsburg, PA

 

May 29-30, 2021

Festival of the Arts, Asheville, NC

 

July 9 -11, 2021

Silverthorn Fine Arts Festival, Colorado

 

July 17-18, 2021

18th annual Downtown Aspen Art Show, CO

 

July 23-25, 2021

Avon Celebrates Art, Avon, Colorado

 

July 31- Aug 1

Boulder Fine Art Street Fest, Boulder, Colorado

 

Aug 7-8

Avon Festival of the Arts, Avon, Colorado

 

Sept 10-12, 2021

Northern Virginia Fine Arts Show, Reston, VA

 

 
Art Show Schedule
 

Other places you can always find

my work on display are at: 

 

Sabrina Frey FINE ART STUDIO

Charlotte, NC

 

PRAIRIE EDGE FINE ART GALLERY

Rapid City, SD

 

EYDEL FINE ART GALLERY

Naples, FL

 

LUNDS FINE ART GALLERY

Park City, UT

 

SmARTivities SHOWCASE

Easton, PA

 

If you know of an art gallery where my work would be a good fit please let me know, I'm always looking for new gallery relationships.

 
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Charlotte, NC, USA
850-567-8517

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