occasions! by design

We are thrilled to have a wonderful new selection of hand-blown glass bracelets and pendants from jewelry artist Kevin O’Grady. Kevin specializes in creating unique, one-of-a-kind, art jewelry. Each piece is hand-made from strong and durable borosilicate glass making it unbreakable and perfect for everyday wear.

His colorful collection of glass bracelets come in different sizes, ranging from small to extra large and can be custom-ordered for whichever design and size suits you best, so you don’t have to worry that his bracelets are one size fits all!

To see all of Kevin’s bracelets stop into the gallery, or visit our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com and for more information on custom orders please call the gallery, (480)423-0506 or (800)482-2532.

Aurora Borealis, $90

Oceanic Lagoon $175

Safari Collection $245

Aurora Borealis Pendant, $85

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We are excited to have Lee Gelb and Shelley Milano, founders of Zavida Gemstones come and visit us for a Trunk Show this Thursday December 8, 2011. After traveling the world, the two co-founders decided to combine their love of gemstones, jewelry and helping people less fortunate, to create “fashion conscious” jewelry.

Their mission is a simple one, which is to build partnerships that promote profit-sharing, by working directly with struggling artisan groups worldwide and cutting out the “middle man.”

Zavida gives back 25% of all profits collected to the artisan groups–meaning everyone from the artist to the laborer at quarry, will see profits, which help these regions continue to build and grow.

So stop in Thursday December 8, 7-9pm, for this wonderful jewelry trunk show that makes giving back a cinch!

Onyx Cuff, $72

Rock Quartz Necklace, $350

Studded Earrings, $42

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We are thrilled for Nance McManus, awarded 2nd place in the category, Works on Paper by the European Confederation of Art Critics at the Biennale of Chianciano, 2011. Considered, “The Second most important curated Biennale after Venice”–AIAA, this is such a grand accomplishment.

We couldn’t be more pleased that we are supporting Nance and her work at Occasions!

We currently have multiple pastel pieces, and are expecting more, as she is one of the artists participating in our Small Works Show, December 1.

For more on Nance or our upcoming shows call us at, (480) 423-0506 or (800) 482-2532, or visit the event section on our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com .

Nance McManus, 'Abstract Squared', 20 x 15", $1200

Nance McManus, 'Violets Heart', 18 x 14", $1295

Nance McManus, 'Stoccato', 16 x 20", $1280

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With Fall quickly approaching, it is time to start prepping for the wonderful shows we have planned for the upcoming season. The season will kick off with the Western ArtWalk, on October 20, 2011, and a visit from pottery artist Rick Loewenkamp.

During the ArtWalk 7-9 pm, Rick will stop in for the evening, where he will discuss everything from his firing process to his use of ‘wax resist’. Rick’s inspiration lies in his interest of prehistoric cultures, everything from petroglyphs, animal fetishes, spirit figures and geometric designs inspires him and finds its way into the designs on his raku pots.

For anyone interested in pottery his visit is sure to be a treat! For more information on Rick Loewenkamp and his evening at Occasions! please call (480) 423-0506, 1(800)  482-2532 or visit our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

Rick Loewenkamp, Horsehair Raku w/ Bear Fetish, $350

Rick Loewenkamp, Primitive Nightscape Jar 11", $350

Rick Loewenkamp, Gold-leafing Ceramic Pot, $225

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We are ecstatic to announce that Marcia’s ‘Mixed Media Couture’ reception at The Art Center Highland Park in Chicago was a huge success! She debuted her found-object fashions in front of a crowd of over 300, where she and her wonderful work were warmly welcomed. We are thrilled that she has found a home here at Occasions! and a huge thank-you to our wonderful customers who have helped support her. We can not wait to see what the future has in store for her and Occasions!

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We are so proud that our very own Marcia Sednek has been invited to Chicago to display her ‘Mixed Media Couture’ at The Art Center Highland Park. We are proud that we and our clients have helped nourish her continued evolvement as an innovative and accomplished artist and that she, in turn, is “giving back” to other emerging artists through her work with the non-profit, Off Center Community Center Arts Project in Albuquerque.

Once again we are delighted that Marcia and her found object fashions have found a home at Occasions! and we wish her the best on her travels to the ‘windy city’ August 26-27th, 2011, for her Trunk Show and ‘Mixed Media Couture’ workshop, where the lucky guests will be designing their own found object fashions!

For more information on Marcia Sednek and her travels to Chicago, call Occasions! at (480)423-0506 or (800)482-2532 or email service@occasionsofscottsdale.com.

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At Occasions! we can never have too many Marcia Sednek dresses, and whenever Marcia sends us more of her delightful, found-object fashions we revel in delving through the box to find our new favorites! Almost as if paying homage, we have her newest dresses hanging from their “clothesline”, on display among the others–just waiting to find the right home.

What makes Marcia’s found-object dresses so unique is the combination of familiar and forgotten–Marcia has truly mastered transforming vintage, found and neglected objects into intricate metal fashions. Almost as if tricking your eyes, you are forced to take a closer look and re-interpret the assemblage of items, ‘stitched’ together to create her lovely wardrobes.

These intricate and detailed mini-wardrobes and even life-size gowns make perfect gifts, and with our gift registry you can add any of Marcia’s dresses or dolls to your wish list. Or see what wonderful items your friends and family have registered for and surprise them by fulfilling their wish.

Sednek Assorted Mini-Dresses, starting at $37.50

Sednek Life-size Shift, 18 x 40", $995

Sednek Child's Linotype Dress, 17 x 23", $395

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The Summer Spectacular ArtWalk is going to be a scorcher–we don’t just mean the weather either. At Occasions! we are going to kick off the evening with a trunk show for the award-winning jewelry artist, Laurette O’Neil. Known for creating ‘wearable sculpture,’ her designs combine three decades of experience. During the trunk show we will also have ice-cold refreshments to keep you hydrated while enjoying all of the excitement of the Summer Spectacular at Occasions! and on Main Street.

For more information regarding the Laurette O’Neil trunk show or Summer Spectacular please call or email, (480) 423-0506 or service@occasionsofscottsdale.com.

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