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Gail McMeekin Says I have been in the personal empowerment business since 1976 and feel grateful everyday to have had the opportunity to inspire and guide clients navigating the challenges of change for over 25 years. I began as a child and family therapist with a strong commitment to prevention programs. I then became fascinated with the concept of “why do so many people hate their jobs”? My own creative renaissance unfolded and I started painting, writing, and studying the lives of creative men and women. I then became outraged that there were not positive, viable role models for modern-day, sane, creative women, so I wrote my first book, The 12 Secrets of Highly Creative Women: A Portable Mentor (Conari Press), which appeared in March of 2000 and sold out its first printing in 8 weeks. In 2001, Conari Press published my second book, The Power of Positive Choices: Adding and Subtracting Your Way to a Great Life. Since then, I changed the name of my business to Creative Success, completed the training program with the Coaches Training Institute in California, began my monthly e-zine, and gained national exposure as an expert. In addition to radio and television appearances, my work has been featured in Redbook, The Boston Globe, Health, Investor’s Business Daily, Boston Business Journal, Woman’s Day, Shape, One Spirit Bookclub, First for Women, etc., as well on the Career Center on AOL. I am a member of the International Coach Federation and the American Society of Journalists and Authors. Gail McMeekin is the author of The 12 Secrets of Highly Creative Women, The Power of Positive Choices, and Boost Your Creativity, Productivity, and Profits in 21 Steps. You can find out more about www.creativesuccess.com
Karen Bailey Earith Karen Bailey Earith is a nationally recognized fiber artist based in Knoxville, Tennessee. She has engaged in a variety of art forms all her life. She has been teaching people with disabilities how to create art since becoming an Occupational Therapist in 1983. She believes in helping everyone reach his or her creative potential regardless of age or skill level. Her studio work concentrates on creating art quilts, wearables, and three dimensional soft sculptures that have visual and/or actual textural elements. These elements often include beads, buttons, hand-painted fabric, manipulated fabric, cords, yarns, and found objects. Karen has been published extensively in both magazines and books. Karen teaches extensively throughout the year. She can be reached at BaileyFiberArt@aol.com.
Nancy Monson Nancy Monson is the author of the new book Craft to Heal: Soothing Your Soul with Sewing, Painting, and Other Pastimes, which came about out of her love of quilting and her experience as a health journalist. She has been a freelance writer for 20 years, and her work has been published in over 20 national magazines and newsletters, such as Bottom Line/Personal, First for Women, Fitness, Glamour, Reader’s Digest, Redbook, Shape, and Woman's Day. She specializes in lifestyle, craft, health, nutrition, and relationship topics. Nancy is a member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors, the Society of Creative Designers, and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. She graduated magna cum laude from Boston University with a degree in communications and launched an acting career prior to becoming a writer and author. She is currently pursuing a certificate in graphic design from the Parsons School of Design in New York City in a continuing effort to hone her creativity. You can find out more about www.nancymonson.com
Joan Green Actively involved in the craft industry for nearly 30 years, first as a retailer and teacher, then as a designer, book publisher and kit manufacturer, Joan Green now works full time operating a consumer mail order catalog and website, as well as manufacturing her own line of kits sold through national needlework mail order catalogs. A prolific and versatile designer, Joan has authored 115 pattern booklets and contributed hundreds of designs to many consumer magazines here and abroad. She was a finalist for Craft Designer of the Year, and her work has appeared on the White House Christmas tree. Best known as a pioneer in the field of plastic canvas needlepoint, Joan's elegant designs feature innovative uses of high quality fibers and embellishments. You can find out more about www.joangreendesigns.com
Denise Clason The small Village of Verdigre, Nebraska (population 520) is the home of craft designer, product developer, Delores Ruzicka. Delores began selling her original designs to magazines in 1985 and continues to do so, again in many mediums. She has authored 13 craft "how-to" books, designed fabric, scrapbook papers, stickers, rubber stamps and iron-on transfers, etc. Currently, Delores is a freelance designer and product developer working with Crafter's Pick Adhesives and Rit Dye companies. She also has a regular radio program "From my home to yours" on KBRX radio 102.9 fm in Nebraska on Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:05 a.m.
You can find out more about www.DeloresRuzicka.com
Denise Clason Denise Clason has been an artist/designer for over 35 years, selling her creative and beautiful designs to friends and teachers from an early age. Her designs have been published and licensed in the craft, decorative painting, sewing and quilting industries. She designs product for several manufacturers. Denise’s “New Country Quilting” was released in Spring 2005 with Krause Publications. Her second book with Krause, “Quilted Bags & Totes” will be released August 2006. Denise’s quilt & fruit button lines are licensed with JHB, International. Denise is a Designer Member of The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA). She would love to hear from you. You can find out more about www.DeniseClason.com
Heidi Kinnamon Heidi Kinnamon is a Rubber Stamp Artist and author. Her first book; Stamp-A-Card was released through Grace Publications this winter. The first book features masking, layering and color techniques for making unique cards with rubber stamps. Heidi will be a featured artist in a second book that is due out this summer through Design Originals. All the cards in the book will use Magic Mesh. Heidi designs cards for Hampton Art Stamps and had five cards appear in their 2005 stamp catalog. Her cards can be found on Michael’s website, 100 Proof Press, and soon on Paper Candy. In addition to publications and websites, look for Heidi to appear on DIY Network Fall 2006 season on a new show, Craft Lab. You can find out more about Heidi's Cards
Melisa Sanchez Schmieder Melisa Sanchez Schmieder is the owner of Mermaid Tears eclectic embellishments for the paper arts. Her line incorporates many items from jewelry making as well as having a complete line of adult fashioned paper dolls. Melisa has been interviewed on the Diva Craft Lounge radio show, taught at local ScrapBook stores, and has recently been chosen as one of 9 designers to be part of a Scrapbook Dream Team. Mermaid Tears product was most recently used in the August issue of Paper Crafts Magazine, will be used in Crafty Secrets upcoming idea book, and will be featured in Creating Keepsakes Dec issue in a special article entitled "Bling." Melisa enjoys a wide array of scrapbook styles preferring to create her own style rather than follow current trends. With such a wide array of products at low prices, Mermaid Tears pleases both retailers and consumers. You can find out more about our guest at www.MermaidTears.net
Jan Mollet Evans is a creative “Renaissance woman”, and in this interview she discusses helping children discover art. With a Master of Arts in Teaching, Jan began her career as an Art Instructor in public schools, and she still enjoys teaching classes to share her knowledge with others. In the past 25 years, she has brought her talents to the creative industry as an advertising and public relations director, magazine editor, freelance writer and project designer for many books and magazines, teacher of workshops and classes, and independent marketing consultant. Her latest work includes coordination and presentation of Van Lowe Ventures’ cruise/seminars for creative groups including scrapbookers and crafters, retail storeowners, designers and product manufacturers – educational and interpersonal experiences that are not to be missed! You can find out more about our guest at www.vanloweventures.com
Helen Gray Helen Gray is a public relations professional who, for the past five years, has specialized in promoting authors, artists, and entrepreneurs. She has extensive knowledge of the book business, and publishing industry. She has worked one-on-one with individuals and companies seeking greater exposure for their work and products. You can contact our guest at helengraypr@hotmail.com
Danielle Forsgren Hundreds of thousands of women across the U.S. know Danielle Forsgren as “The Diva.” Wearing her trademark Tiara, she travels nationwide teaching scrapbooking and crafting while at the same time empowering them to reach for and achieve much greater goals as they move thru life. Dani owns a fun and fascinating destination store in San Diego called the “Diva Craft Lounge,” where women can gather and learn new crafts while feeling like they are members of a private club. You can visit her on the Internet at www.divacraftflounge.com
Porcelain and Paper Carin Heiden Atkins is a designer, author of the book Elegant Porcelain and Glass Painting Projects and columnist with Create & Decorate Magazine. Her work is also currently featured on the cover of the Arts &Crafts SIP, Paper Celebrations.
Creative Muse Jill Badonsky, M.Ed. is a multimedia artist, inspirational humorist, and international author of the book The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard): 10 Guides to Creative Inspiration for Artists, Poets, Lovers and Other Mortals Wanting to Live a Dazzling Existence and columnist for Writers Monthly. Formerly an Occupational Therapist in Psychiatry who was promoted into hospital management, she dropped out of the corporate world and invented her own business called The Muse Is IN.. a company dedicated to freeing creative thought and authentic self-expression. She is a Creativity Mentor for individuals wanting more of any aspect of creativity in their lives and less of any of the blocks, fears or resistances that stop it. You can visit her on the Internet at www.themuseisin.com
Creative Living Planetwide SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) is the best-selling author and artist of eleven books, with her twelfth and first hard back being released in May 2004. It is entitled “Make Your Creative Dreams REAL A Plan For Procrastinators, Perfectionists, Busy People, Avoiders, and People Who Really Would Rather Sleep All Day.” SARK is the “Creative Fountain” of Camp SARK, a company offering products and services to inspire creative living. SARK is a recovering procrastinator/perfectionist who practices what she teaches, and lives in a Magic Cottage in San Francisco, California with her "fur husband" cat, Jupiter. You can visit her on the Internet at www.planetsark.com
Creator and Advocate Donna Dewberry is the creator of the One Stroke Painting Technique and has published over 50 how-to books in the past seven years. She was just named one of the top influential people in the crafting industry by one of the leading trade publications. Donna has a complete line of how-to products from brushes, videos, DVDs, painting tools, stitchery, stamping, scrapbooking, and many other craft products. Three years ago, Donna entered the world of home decor licensing products, which include wallpaper, bedding, dishes, rugs and her now fabrics. Her true passion is teaching. She now reaches millions of viewers weekly on her PBS series nationwide, and has taken her painting to 47 countries! In addition, Donna works with the Maria Dewberry Children’s Foundation which she founded in memory of her daughter. You can visit her on the Internet at www.onestroke.com/
Artist, Designer and Entrepreneur Artist, designer and entrepreneur, Alicia Tormey, invites us all into her world of wit and whimsy with her unique and expressive creations. Alicia's art and imagery has been published on over a million greeting cards and is currently featured on a wide range of products, from rubber stamps to dishware, available now through retailers nationwide. As an artist, she works with a variety of traditional painting mediums combined with the latest in digital technology to create a look that is unmistakably Alicia! She is a graduate of the Art Institute of Seattle, as well as founder and president of Alicia Tormey Designs, Inc. When she's not creating in the studio, Alicia can be found collecting inspiration on the near by beaches of the Puget Sound. You can visit her on the Internet at www.aliciatormey.com
Savvy Entrepreneur From paper crafts to painting, no matter what the category, this savvy entrepreneur is top on the list of VIP¹s to watch. Suzanne McNeill, celebrated owner and founder of Design Originals, a ³how-to² publishing company, has a knack for spotting trends and turning them into practical craft projects. Having inspired and promoted such mega hits as scrapbooking, rag point, mop dolls, spoolie dolls and dreamcatchers, Suzanne predicted yet another recent major trend... collage and altered style. From the beginning, this matriarch of a kitchen-table startup, turned successful business woman, has understood the formula needed in the craft market and built Design Originals on that premise. Suzanne has received such honors as ³Craft Designer of the Year² and numerous Awards of Excellence. She is a sought-after television guest and speaker. Suzanne has made regular appearances on HGTV¹s Carol Duvall Show since its inception and has also appeared on cable network.
Rock hard art Lin Wellford is the author of six, soon to be seven, books that explore the many possibilities for turning ordinary rocks into art. Her books have sold more than 700,000 copies since the first one, The Art of Painting Animals on Rocks, came out ten years ago. She also produced a video that features step by step instructions for painting three popular animal subjects. In addition to workshops and demonstrations, Lin has appeared on a number of local and national television shows and can soon be seen on HGTV's Smart Solutions and the Carol Duvall Show.
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Publishing arts-and-crafts magazine Anne Hevener has worked in arts-and-crafts magazine publishing for 13 years. She has been the Editor of Decorative Artist's Workbook magazine since 1996, and is also the Editor of Donna Dewberry's One-Day Decorating and the Creative Guide special-interest publications. She enjoys writing as well as editing, and has contributed articles to such publications as Personal Journaling, The Artist's Sketchbook and regional home and lifestyle magazines.
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Author of creativity classics Suzanne Falter-Barns has been a writer for nearly twenty years. She is the author of the creativity classic, How Much Joy Can You Stand?, as well as a new book, Living Your Joy. She is the author of a novel, Doin' the Box Step, and her essays and articles have appeared on the Op-Ed page of The New York Times, as well as in Self, New Woman, Fitness, Prevention, Parent's, Cosmo Girl, and many other publications. Suzanne served as Creative Consultant to numerous Condé-Nast, Meredith and Hearst publications, as well as to The New York Times. Her ezine, The Joy Letter, is read by more than 25,000 readers. From her website, howmuchjoy.com, Suzanne also teaches several courses and teleclasses on how to live your creative dream, and publish a self-help book. Suzanne has taught writing at New York University's School of Continuing Education, as well as privately. Her "How Much Joy Can You Stand?" workshop and related lectures are now taught in more than 13 countries.
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An Artist who helps others in the business of art Lee Silber is the award-winning author of ten books including the popular "Creative Person" series from Random House and his eleventh book, "Organizing From The Right Side Of The Brain" (St. Martin's Press) is due out in 2004. Lee is also the founder of five companies, an accomplished graphic artists and a working drummer.
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Inspiring artist and designer Creating enchanting designs from her studio nestled in the rolling countryside of Wisconsin, Tracy Porter is an inspiring artist and designer who is ever encouraging others to let their passions lead and to dream with their eyes open. Tracy has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, HGTV, and E!, as well as in People, O, and Better Homes & Gardens magazines.
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Collagè Artist Claudine Hellmuth's work has been chosen as fine art poster designs, featured in numerous magazines, used as book cover artwork, published as rubber-stamps, drink coasters, journals, magnets and more. In addition to creating her artwork full time, Claudine teaches mixed media collage workshops in the US & Canada. She has written a book, Collage Discovery Workshop, with North Light Books - a leading publishing company in the arts and crafts genre. With a fine arts degree from the Corcoran College of Art, Claudine approaches collage the old-fashioned way. She enjoys the challenge of working with a variety of materials; cutting, pasting and painting her artworks by hand. Claudine's studio and home is in Orlando, Florida - where she lives with her husband Paul and their very spoiled 4-legged children: Toby the Wonder Dog and Melvis & Maggie the Cats.
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Mixed Media Artist Kelly Kilmer is a mixed media artist and instructor who teaches various workshops on art journaling, bookbinding and a slew of other interests across the U.S. Her work has been featured in numerous publications including Somerset Studio magazine and has also been displayed in galleries and in private collections.
Polymer Clay Artist Lisa Pavelka is an award winning artist and author of the book Polymer Clay Extravaganza (North Light Books). She is recognized internationally as an authority on polymer clay, man-made modeling compound that has been taking the creative world by storm. Lisa appears as a regular guest on HGTV's Carol Duvall show, as well as being featured on the Discovery Channel and several local television stations. She will soon be seen on DIY Network. Lisa has designed artwork for major corporations and is a frequent contributor to over a dozen magazines including Family Circle, Belle Armoire, along with being a regular columnist for Polymer Café magazine. Her work can be found in collections belonging to White House, Julia Roberts, Ben Stein, Bernie Mac and many more. Lisa is founder and President of the country's largest polymer clay guild (located in Las Vegas). She frequently volunteers her time and materials to conduct free art workshops for public schools and non-profit organizations.
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Painter and Collage Artist Mary Beth Shaw transitioned to life as a fulltime artist just 3 years ago after an 18-year career in the insurance industry. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, she lived in San Francisco for the past 5 years and found herself stimulated by the cultural diversity and natural wonder of the Bay area. She has recently returned to the Midwest and this homecoming is stirring up new themes in her art. In addition to showing her work in all types of venues, Mary Beth also teaches workshops. She has a special interest in helping people of any skill level explore their dreams and visions through intuitive collage. Her sessions are suitable for small groups or individuals and appointments are available in her home studio or she will travel to other locations. Her art is sought by private and corporate collectors throughout the United States.
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Scrapbook Artist Students call her funny, quick-witted, inspiring, creative, and motivating. Friends call her "a hoot". Angie Pedersen started scrapbooking following the birth of her second child. She now believes part of her mission in life is to convince and encourage people that their stories are unique, and that they're worth telling. She has five years of experience as both a personal scrapbooker and a professional instructor. Her work has appeared in Creating Keepsakes, Simple Scrapbooks, PaperKuts, Memory Makers, Ivy Cottage Creations, Better Homes & Gardens' Scrapbooks ETC, Personal Journaling, and FamilyTree magazines. She is the author of The Book of Me: A Guide to Scrapbooking about Yourself (E.F.G., Inc, 2002), and the forthcoming Growing Up Me: Scrapbooking the Positives in a Child's Life (E.F.G., Inc, 2004). Angie is the creator and editor of two award-winning websites, ScrapYourStories.com and OneScrappySite.com. She makes her home in Kansas City with her husband and two children. Once she gets rich and famous, she'll hire an assistant, a maid, and a masseuse, but until then, she does her own cooking, dishes, and endless sibling refereeing.
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Author and Teacher There maybe no one living who directly and indirectly has taught more people the pleasure of Decorative Painting than Priscilla Hauser. Her first book on Decorative Painting was published in 1969 (selling over a million copies!) -and the rest, as they say, is history! As founder of the Society of Decorative Painters, Priscilla Hauser is affectionately dubbed the “First Lady of Decorative painting.” From Priscilla’s beginning efforts as a tole painter in the early 1960s, she’s become a world-renowned teacher, author and decorative painting’s ambassador to the world. Priscilla uses every possible outlet to share her enthusiasm for decorative painting by illustrating her techniques in books, magazine articles, videos and television. Author of over 100 books, a regular guest on HGTV’s “The Carol Duval Show”, Discovery Channel’s “Home Matters”, and a pioneer of the series PBS sponsored, “The Magic of Decorative painting.” Priscilla is a vital advocate of art education in Americas Schools. Her mission is genuine, and her approach is contagious.
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Author and Artist Jennifer Louden is the author of The Woman's Comfort Book, The Couple's Comfort Book, The Pregnant Woman's Comfort Book, The Woman's Retreat Book, and Comfort Queen's Guide to Life. She is also a certified coach and a graduate of The Newfield Network. Jennifer's books have been translated into eight languages and have been bestsellers in both Germany and the U.S, reaching hundreds of thousands of women. Jennifer has taught her lively workshops and delivered her entertaining keynotes across the U.S., Canada, and Europe at hospitals, corporations, and universities. She has worked one on one with women in retreat settings since 1992. Ms. Louden's media appearances have included Oprah, Later Today, as well as MS-NBC, CNN, and Fit TV. Jennifer is the mother of Lillian, who is eight, and the wife of cinematographer Christopher Mosio. She lives on an island in Puget Sound, Washington, USA.
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Fine Artist and teacher Works by painter and collage artist Jonathan Talbot have been exhibited at The National Academy and the Museum of Modern Art in New York and have represented the U.S. overseas. Talbot is the recipient of a career achievement award from the Florence Biennial 2001 and the author of “Collage: A New Approach.”
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Author and Artist MaryJo McGraw is a nationally known rubber stamp artist, author and demonstrator as well as a featured instructor at stamp conventions, retreats, cruises and stores for over 15 years. MaryJo is known for her innovative teaching methods, original techniques in paper arts and specifically for her creative rubber stamping ideas. Her books, Making Greeting Cards with Rubber Stamps, Creative Techniques with Rubber Stamps, Greeting Card Magic with Rubberstamps, and Making Greeting Cards with Creative Materials are all published by North Light Books, and are available at rubber-stamp and book stores across the U.S, as well as from her web site. MaryJo has been seen on many episodes of HGTV's Carol Duvall Show creating decorative boxes, tins, book covers, jewelry and cards of course!
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She has been published in dozens of publications internationally; from travel to art to women's issues; her writings are insightful and personal windows into her experiences. Tera's designs have been published in dozens of publications, ranging from Romantic Homes Magazine to Country Marketplace magazine. Through the inspirational Tera's Wish creativity web site, Tera's products, and her award-winning books, Tera has helped many individuals find their creative voice. Because she believes so strongly in the importance of using your talents to make a difference in the world, Tera runs an award-winning volunteer-based non-profit charity; the Memory Box Artist Program, Inc. which she founded in 1998. Visit her online at TeraLeigh.com
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Gail McMeekin, Author of The 12 Secrets of Highly Creative Women
