2013 Schedule

Can't get enough art?
Here are Bigib, LLC 2013 schedule.
Please check back as the schedule will be update once the program is confirmed.

April 20, 2013 - Stamped Metal Bookmarks - Broomfield Library

July 9, 2013, 1-2:30: Stamped Metal Bookmars - Westminster Parks and Recs
July 16, 2013, 1-2:30: Bubble wands or garden stakes - Westminster Parks and Recs
July  23, 2013, 1-2:30: Make your own dog tags - Westminster Parks and Recs
July 30, 2013, 2-4: Design a bridge and demolish it! - Westminter Parks and Recs

Aug 7, 2013, 2-4: Design your dream room - Westminster Parks and Recs
Aug 13, 2013, 2-4: Design your tree house - Westminster Parks and Recs

Classes at Westminster Parks and Recs in Summer 2013

Let's have fun....!
Conny Karman will be teaching both metal and architectural design classes for tween at Westminster Parks and Recs. Detailed information can be found at Westminster Children Teen Art Program

You will have a chance to learn the basics of design and use your creativity to design your own. At this session, you will have the opportunity to make your own bubble wands, garden stakes, dog tags, stamped bookmarks.

Hope to see you then...

Youth activities, Broomfield Library April 20, 2013

Cut, stamp, file and fire shiny, metallic copper pieces into your own works of poetic art.  Come explore your inner creativity and do a project in metal stamping.  Students will have a chance to visualize, create and stamp their own copper bookmark with their favorite poetic phrase or quote.  Instructors will teach stamping and hammering techniques, cutting and filing copper, drawing on copper using colored pencils and permanent markers and if time permits, firing copper to create a myriad of fused colors.  Students will have the opportunity to use engraving tools, cutters, files, scissors, hammers and stamps to complete their bookmark charm.  If you have a hammer at home, please bring it along with you. "

Hope to see you then....

The Best in Contemporary Craft at Museum of Wisconsin Art

Meet me at Museum at Wisconsin Art for The Best in Contemporary Craft opening reception on Jan 9, 2011

Happy New Year 2011

Happy New Year 2011...
May the year brings a prosperous year....

Three MATC students made it to Museum of Wisconsin Art Exhibits

Three MATC ( Milwaukee Area Technical College) metal technique students pieces was selected to be at The Best in Contemporary Craft exhibits on January 1-March 13, 2011.
They are Shelly Culea, Jon Hughett and Conny Karman, students of John Strachota and Al Jeanonette.


About total of 40 artist will exhibits their best pieces in the annual event that is sponsored by
Museum of Wisconsin Art and Wisconsin Design Crafts Council.


This juried exhibitions highlights the best in craft today from WDCC member.



The Wisconsin Designer Crafts Council, founded in 1916, is dedicated to
fostering excellence in fine crafts throughout the State of Wisconsin.

Through its educational and professional services, among Wisconsin
artists and the crafts community.

The Museum of Wisconsin art serves the public good by collecting,
conserving, documenting, and exhibiting visual art that represents the
state's unique art history throughout the ages. The museum promotes
appreciation and creation of visual art through engaging programming and
educational resources for all ages, thereby enriching the lives of
everyone through the transforming power of art.




Reception will be held on January 9, 2011 from 1:30pm-4 pm.
It's a great opportunity to meet the artists and
curators.

Milwaukee Public TV Holiday Art Fair

I had fun at MPTV holiday art fair. Not only I meet new friends, I also met our old friend, Diane and John, from Ellison Bay Pottery. This year, I have a corner booth #44.

The Holiday Art Fair should not to be confused with the auction. It's usually happen during the last weekend before Thanksgiving.

It was about 50+ artists in the show. It ranges from hand craft gifts to fine arts. It's surely cater to all kind of holiday shopping needs you want.

In case you miss it, hope to see you next year...

Find Cube of Cubes at Museum of Wisconsin Arts and Wisconsin Designer Crafts Council

The cube is a fundamental geometric form, ubiquitous in daily life. Through my
architecture background, I see the cubes as not only functional, but decorative.
In this piece, I wanted to turn a simple shape into an interesting and beautiful
work of wearable art.

Just as in architecture, I always start with a hand sketch. I also add
“architectural” components to my designs, either in the details or the
materials. In this case, I used nylon-coated, silver-plated steel wire in the
necklace—a reminder of the wrapped steel cables used in suspension bridges.

Cube of cubes, my newest piece, will be shown at Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend January 5 - March 13, 2011.

It is part of The Best of Contemporary Craft sponsored by WDCC and MWA.
Opening reception will be on January 9, 2011 from 1:30-4 pm.



Hope to see you there...

Lake Country Art Festival

It happened July 10, 2010.

It's my first show at Lake Country Art Festival and I was having a blast... The weather was great, the wind was blowing just as needed. Yes, a bit hot, but I'd rather hot and dry then wet and windy.

Early morning was just great. Not too many customers yet, so I got a chance to take some pictures. Then it gets busier and warmer. During the day, it's like a hide and seek game with the sun as I'm looking to place my chair in the shades.

Other than that, the music was great. Kudos to Kettle Moraine Middle School band. You rocks.
The best part is I met new friends, new customers and had a great sales.

It was truly a great weekend for me. I hope you had a great weekend too...

Meet me at Lake Country Art Festival 2010

Please mark your calendar...
I will be at Lake Country Art Festival 2010, July 10, 10-4, rain or shine.
Hope to see you then...

Bigib LLC 2010 Schedule

Here are list of art shows schedule. Please check back often as there will be updated info.


June 19 Brookfield Market and More (weather permitting)
June 25 Summer Solstice ( by invitation only - please email for information)
July 10 Lake Country Art Fair ( Rain or shine)
July 17 Brookfield Market and More (weather permitting)
August 21 Brookfield Market and More (weather permitting)
Sept 18 Brookfield Market and More was canceled due to the weather
Nov 14 Brookfield East High School 10 am - 4 pm
Nov 22 MPTV Holiday Art Fair

Hope to see you there...

Summer Solstice Party Plus Jewelry Showcase

Bigib is having a private party on June 19, 2009 ( June 26 for rain day).
Most items are 10%-50% off. If you are in Waukesha area and would like to come to the party, please contact me for the invitation. You may win door prizes too...

Shop sterling jewelry for a good cause.

Still looking for Christmas gift? How about buy a handmade, USA made, sterling jewelry for a good cause.

More and more family needs help. The recession is real and it could happen to you.
Here's a story about Elaine, who used to make 100K, now turn to food bank to help.
http://marketplace.publicradio.org/display/web/2008/11/28/mm_food_banks/
This week, our subdivision is collecting food for Waukesha Food Pantry. I could only imagine how it feels to be hungry.

Christmas is about sharing. For that reason, when you shop at my Etsy store this week from December 12-19, 2008, I will donate 15% of the sales to Waukesha Food Pantry

Thank you for thinking others in these times.

PS: Picture borrowed from Waukesha Food Pantry

MPTV show today....!

It's been a busy day weekend for me. The show started at 10 am. It was a bit slow at the beginning but then the traffic starts to build up towards the afternoon.

It's fun to see familiar faces, friends and customers. Rick H, from Milwaukee, came approached me. He said that he bought a piece from me last year for her grand daughter and she's so happy with my piece. It just made my day...
I feel so happy to meet customers who came back and give complements. It gives me assurance that I did a great job.

And one of the best thing is meeting old friends and making new ones. I met Diane from EBP, Genevieve D and Elise L.

I plan to do more shows next year as the baby is a bit older now.
Even though this would be my last show for the year, I will still available online 24/7 at Etsy store.

Mark your calendar, meet me at MPTV Holiday Art Fair November 22-23, 2008

Mark your calendar. New pieces are coming for my next show at MPTV...Nov 22-23, 2008 at 12560 W. Townsend St., Brookfield, WI
Free admission, Free parking...
Print your 10% coupon at home.
This is my last show of the year.
If you happen to be in the area, please stop by to say "Hi".

Meet me at Brookfiled Market and More this Saturday

I will be at Brookfield Market and More October 18. Weather forecast for sunny day.
Hope to see you there?

Bigib, LLC will be at Purloin Studio, Menomonee Falls

Bigib is expanding its wings...
My pieces will be available at Purloin Studio, Menominee Falls starting this October.
Grand opening will be on October 25, 2008.
I will have my square sterling earrings available there. I will probably see you around?

Bigib LLC Local Fair Schedule

Our youngest just turned one. It's one of those time where she's mobile and needs a lot of attention. For that reasons, I decided to stay put rather than going out for Art Shows as I have to haul the whole family with me for the show.

With that reason, I'll just do a couple shows this year.
1. I got accepted at Stonewood Village Art Fair in Brookfield, WI, on August 23-24, 2008.
2. I will be at MPTV holiday art fair, November 22-23, 2008
3. If the weather is nice, I will be at Brookfield Market and More on October 18.
4. Starting October, my piece also available at Purloin Studio, Menominee Falls.

In the mean time, please visit my Etsy store at http://bigib.etsy.com
Will keep you posted...

Where will Bigib be during the Summer?

Summer time is here... school year is ending.
With my daughter out of school next week, I will have so many things to do with them.
Which mean, my appearance on my blog will be sparse.

I will still be around, but I won't be blogging everyday...
With that, I leave you with my daughter picture who is ready for the Summer...