Hotel recommendations for Metals Week 2022

Barb Solem2022, accommodations, Metals Week, Vivi Magoo Presents Art Retreats and Other Inspirations

We’ve traveled around and have identified several options – all of which are affordable at single or double occupancy. If you are driving, all of them will be within a twenty-minute drive of the jewelry studio and they are also found in close proximity to our Phoenix metropolitan light rail, allowing you the option of traveling to-and-from the studio without … Read More

Welcome to Metals Week 2022!

Barb Solem2022, Metals Week

Hi Metals Week students! We are getting really excited about our upcoming retreat next month! Erin and I are working diligently to put the finishing touches on everything. We’re going to begin emailing you with updates and information that we hope will be beneficial to you. Our experience is that students become a bit anxious about what to expect when they … Read More

Metals Week Hotel Recommendations

Barb Solem2022, Metals Week

Thanks for your patience while I researched hotel possibilities. I traveled around and have identified several options – all of which are affordable at single or double occupancy. If you are driving, all of them will be within a twenty-minute drive of the jewelry studio and they are also found in close proximity to our Phoenix metropolitan light rail, allowing … Read More

Metals Week 2022

Barb SolemMetals Week, Registration, schedule of events, Vivi Magoo Presents Art Retreats and Other Inspirations

Greetings from Vivi Magooland We have an exciting new fall workshop to share with you! METALS WEEK 2022 FEATURING STUDIO LUNA VERDE (aka Ace McCasland) two sessions SEPTEMBER 22nd thru SEPTEMBER 26th and SEPTEMBER 28TH thru OCTOBER 2ND and NICOLE RINGGOLD “From the Desert” one session SEPTEMBER 22nd thru SEPTEMBER 26th ______________________________________ 9:00 am until 4:00 pm daily PHOENIX, ARIZONA … Read More

Fond memories of The Desert 2022 and looking forward with excitement

Barb SolemApril Bower, Art Retreat in the Desert, classes, Danny's Epic Adventures, Events, facebook page, General Information, Metals Week, News, The Academy by Vivi Magoo, The Desert - 2022, Vivi Magoo LTD, VIVI MAGOO NEWSLETTER, Vivi Magoo Presents Art Retreats and Other Inspirations

Thank you so much! THE DESERT 2022 We hope you enjoyed yourself in Tucson – growing as an artist – deepening friendships with your art sisters and brothers – and learning a thing or two about yourself along the way. After taking a year off due to Covid, we were anxious to return, but a little hesitant as well. What … Read More

Portable Lighting

Barb Solem2022, lighting, Metals Week

We always suggest you bring a portable light with you – whether you’re heading to a jewelry studio or hotel classroom. You can never have too much light on your work! Here are some suggestions Ott lights are always a good choice Joann’s has a coupon you can use   Amazon has a variety of options   0 Comments Please … Read More

Class Supplies

Barb Solem2020, Metals Week, supplies lists

I’m coming to Danny’s EPIC ADVENTURES – 2020 and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited!  Hi – so good to hear from you! Class supplies lists are located on the website – part of each class description. Scroll down the page to find the supplies lists. Still can’t find … Read More

Pre-Order your supplies for Metals Week!

Barb SolemMetals Week, supplies lists

Hi Metals Week students! If you need to purchase anything for class (including metals, tools, expendables, etc.), we have a local supplier, SJ Jewelry Supply, who you can order through and have it all ready-and-waiting upon your arrival. The information to contact them is included in this email, and they will take good care of you. Mario and I will … Read More

Daily Schedule – Metals Week

Barb Solem2020, Metals Week

DAILY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS We have created a fun-filled schedule of events for you, our favorite Metals Week students! ——————– Tuesday, September 15, 2020 *Note – if you are a registered guest of Drury Inn, Breakfast and Afternoon KickBacks are included with the price of your room. If you are not registered, and would like to purchase them, check with … Read More