occasions! by design

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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It’s that time at Occasions! again. Yep, we have new artwork and jewelry! After a bustling weekend of the usual, packing, unpacking and rearranging the entire gallery, to make room for our wonderful new work, we couldn’t be happier with the transformation.

Occasions! gallery owner, Dr. Bull brought with him work by, Yenny Cocq, Fred G. Yost, Marcia Sednek, Kim Mason, Diane Orchard, Chrysan Spreng, Deb Vetterman, Wayne Mikosz and Riha Rothberg. We also have work from two new women, artists Ronna Katz and jeweler from Kathy Hunter, as well as new work from Ray Maseman.

Stop in and see the wonderful new works or checkout our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

Ray Maseman, 'Reunion', Etching 17 x 21", $300Deb Vetterman, Ceramic House, $125

Kathy Hunter, Chartreuse Enamel Ring, $198

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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 literally about to pop at the seams with all of the wonderful new tabletop and gift items we received this week. The much anticipated Fig Leaf Tray from Michael Aram has arrived, featured below in Phoenix Home & Garden (which kindly recognized our little gallery), as well a few other fantastic tabletop items from the Michael Aram collection.

Our Jasper Conran for Wedgwood Collection, is continuing to grow. We are now carrying select pieces of the ‘Mosaic’ group–on hand we are carrying the salad plates, soup bowls, sugar bowl and creamer, but we can always order more of this collection!

You will also notice a wonderful aroma wafting through our store from the lovely new candles we have. These new scents made from soy, with 100 hours of burn time are in glass holders and packaged in boxes perfect for gift-giving!

All of our wonderful new items are perfect if you are looking for a gift or just looking for yourself, so stop in or visit our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com to see all of our new items.

Aquiesse, Soy Souvenir Collection Candle, $55

Wedgwood Jasper Conran, Creamer, $60

Wedgwood Jasper Conran, Sugar Bowl, $75

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If you haven’t already perused the pages of October’s Phoenix Home and Garden, make sure to pick up a copy. This month, Occasions! is featured in Design Directions (page 24) for our Micheal Aram Fig Leaf Grilling Platter set. Priced at $225, this signature Aram piece is gorgeous for any home, and makes a for a wonderful gift.

For more information on our Michael Aram products and availability, please call the gallery at (480)423-0506 or (800) 482-2532, or reach us by email at service@occasionsofscottsdale.com.

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This has been a busy week of unpacking, hanging and re-hanging at Occasions! With a complete overhaul of the gallery, we have definitely begun to get ready for Fall. We have decked our walls with our newest collection of paintings, fused glass sculptures  and mixed metal vases from our wonderful New Mexico artists.

With our gallery walls hoisting up as much as possible, we have new paintings from Alice Webb and Dianna Shomaker, fused glass from Lisa Chernoff, fabulous blue ceramic fruit bowls from Chrysan Spreng, and lastly a variety of new mixed metal flower vases from Marcia Sednek and Guy Hanna.

So even though the temperatures are still hot, you can come cool-off and celebrate Fall at Occasions! If you can’t make it in to see us, be sure that you view all of the new artwork on our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

Alice Webb, 'Inside the Bell Jar', $800, 17 x 17"

Dianna Shomaker, 'The Warming of Sunshine', $800, 35 x 33"

Lisa Chernoff, 'Radiant' Bowl, $650, 21"

Chrysan Spreng, Fruit Bowl, $75

Marcia Sednek and Guy Hanna, Mixed Metal Flowers and Vase, $115

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At Occasions! we have the time. Whether you can’t seem to keep yourself from burning your favorite recipe or make it to the office on time, or perhaps you are just searching for an artistic or useful timepiece, we have everything to keep you running on time!

We have contemporary clocks made from recycled aluminum by Bob Rickard at Rickard Studios in New Mexico, colorful kitchen timers designed by Michael Graves for Alessi, hourglasses of all sizes, and gear clocks. For a personal timepiece we have Watchcraft watches by Eduardo Milieris, whose distressed metal designs are perfect for men and women.

It’s time to quite stalling and get a new timepiece. For all of our clocks, watches and timers, visit our store or website,www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

Roost Hourglasses, starting at $25

Kikkerland, Gear Clock, $108

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As you should know Occasions! has a bounty of wonderful gifts to choose from. Here are some of our favorites for the budget-conscious, under $50!

1-Elodie Holmes Small Wabi Sabi Vases

These vibrant and one-of-a-kind vases are perfect for the impossible-to-shop-for-person in your life. Each vase is handcrafted by the artist. From the color to the shape, each vase is unique, and at $38.50, they make the perfect surprise for the person who has everything.

Elodie Holmes, Small Wabi Sabi Vases, $38.50

2-Beatriz Ball Grab and Go Vento Wine Coaster

Beatriz Ball has come up with quite possibly the greatest gift idea, called the ‘grab and go’. So for a gift on a time crunch, pick up a Vento Wine Coaster, which comes already packed in a gift-box with a ribbon, leaving you with time to find the perfect card, which we also have.

Beatriz Ball, Vento Wine Coaster, $42

3-Ittala Kivi Glass Votive’s

For something small, these bright glass votives from Ittala make a wonderful gift, and for only $15 you can mix and match three colors for under $50. The contemporary design and vibrant colors add a big impact for their size.

Iittala, Glass Votive, $15/each

4-Kim Mason Vintage Jewelry

Whether you are shopping for someone who simply loves earrings or has a bit of a vintage obsession, then a pair of Kim Mason earrings will knock their socks off! From old Monopoly and Scrabble pieces, to vintage bus tokens and air filters, Kim’s earrings are fun, unique and made from recycled materials. Priced under $50, her earrings are a steal.

Kim Mason, Vintage Coke Machine Earrings, $34

5-Yamazaki Salt and Pepper Shaker

For that trendy friend who seems to have everything before it hits the shelf, these river rock-inspired salt and pepper shakers are sure to impress! This chic set may look pricey, for only $38 it is a very affordable gift.

Yamazaki, Salt and Pepper Set, $38

For more gift ideas stop in and see us or visit our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

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After a weekend of unpacking, hanging and re-hanging, we have our newest arrivals up in the gallery. Among some of our wonderful new pieces are a few more whimsical ceramic houses by Deb Vetterman. A wonderful selection of abstract mixed-media portraits from Dianna Shomaker; brilliant fused glass pieces from Doug Gillis and a few more smaller ball gowns, dresses and yet another fabulous life-size ball gown from Marcia Sednek.

Stop in today or checkout our website www.occasionsofscottsdale.com for more new arrivals.

Doug Gillis, Fused Glass Mounted on Board, 12 x 12" $425

Dianna Shomaker, 'Girl with the Big Glasses' Mixed Media 30 x 24" $650

Deb Vetterman Ceramic House, $175

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