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 Kim McCool Design & Porcelain Studio
3750 Nobis Drive
Davenport, Iowa
k.mccool@mchsi.com

 

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	January 11, 2010: Larry Mendenhall is a former newspaper photographer who began concentrating on landscaped photography in 1998.  His photographs are in the permanent collections at Mary Greeley Hospital in Ames and the Municipal Fire and Police Retirement System of Iowa in West Des Moines. He won several Merit Awards at juried art shows and won Best of Show in the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area photography contest in 2007. His work can be seen online at http://www.quiet-places.com. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	December 21, 2009: Earl Weydahl uses his expertise with scissors (Earl is a hairdresser of 30 years) to create his art.  During his thirty year career in hair dressing, he's been making art using a pair of scissors. Recently, Earl has turned his attention to mixed media and collage.  Having received numerous awards for his work, he continues to create art that evokes a sense of mystery, fantasy, humor. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	December 7, 2009:  Paula Sands is producer and host of KWQC-TV6's Paula Sands Live, a locally produced program that airs Monday through Friday from 4:30pm - 5:00pm.  In addition to hosting Paula Sands Live, Paula also co-anchors KWQC-TV6 News at 5:00 pm and 6 pm.  This year Paula celebrates 25 years with KWQC.  Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	November 23, 2009: Carol Santora, PSA, is an expressionist animal painter and Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America.  An artist for over 25 years, her work is internationally-collected and she has been honored with numerous awards for excellence. A catalog of 40 of her cow paintings, “Carol Santora: The Color of Cows,”  was published in March of this year. Her paintings can be seen in several galleries in Maine as well as in her home gallery in Kennebunk, and on her website: www.carolsantora.com . Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	November 9, 2009: McCool interviews Althea Crome, contributing artist to the "Coraline" film. Althea has a unique talent - she designs and knits her creations in 1:12 scale, or as she calls it "bug knit scale." Now that's TINY!! Her work is at the Cheongju International Craft Biennale taking place in Korea from September until November.  Althea's work is included in "The Culture of Knitting" by Joanne Turney (release date October 2009); "Merge" which is being put out by Basheer Graphic Books (release date not set yet).  Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	October 26, 2009: Beth Hall is music director and choreographer for Woodwind Studios, a full-service dressage freestyle design firm with clients in six countries and at every level to Grand Prix. She has more than a decade of experience in all aspects of musical freestyle production. Ms. Hall has a master’s degree in music and studied ballet. She is a graduate of the USDF “L” judge training program and was a featured speaker at the 2005 USDF convention. Additional information about Ms. Hall and her work can be found at http://www.woodwindstudios.com . Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	October 12, 2009: Courtney Lyon has been with Ballet Quad Cities since 2000. She received her early training from Nathalie LeVine in St. Louis and earned her BFA with Honors in Dance from the University of Iowa. She received additional training from Arleen Sugano, the Joffrey Ballet School, and the Milwaukee Ballet School.  Since retiring from performing in 2007, she has served as Assistant to the Project Manager in 2006, Ballet Mistress and Associate Director of Ballet Quad Cities, and Co-director of Ballet Quad Cities II. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	September 28, 2009: SEPTEMBER 28, 2009: Barbara Stanton specializes in miniature oil paintings and portraits (miniature and full size).    She is an IGMA Fellow (International Guild of Miniature Artisans). She is also an art instructor and is available for demonstrations and workshops. She has taught twice at the annual IGMA Guild School in Castine, Maine.    Her work can be seen on her website http://www.barbarastanton.com/ . Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	September 14, 2009: Carol Andre has exhibited, taught, and judged competitions across the U.S. and Canada and has received many first place and Best of Show awards over the years, including the Ward World Championships and the Canadian Fish Carving Championships.  Her works can be seen at her website http://www.natureartists.com/carol_andre.asp Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	August 24, 2009: Jim Smith began painting in 1968.  Disabled twice by brain surgeries in 1976 and again in 1992, he continues to paint, compete and teach.  An amazing artist, Smith currently exhibits at several galleries on the west coast and in the Portland area, as well as teaches art classes.  His work can be seen on his website at http://jimsmith.wetpaint.com/. Please note: due to technical problems, the audio version on Blog Talk Radio starts 2:30 into the recording. You will hear silence until then. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	August 10, 2009: Wes & Rachelle Siegrist are a husband and wife team that started their painting careers together back in 1990.  Their miniature paintings feature wildlife, ships and portraiture in subject. They have exhibited in over 550 art shows, galleries and museums thus far in their career and have received hundreds of awards between them. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	July 27, 2009: Mary Gosden’s first commissioned painting was done at age 14 – a mural on three walls. Since then, she has had commissions of watercolors, colored pencil, pen & ink, graphite, charcoal and pastel drawings, as well as numerous murals and decorative accent paintings on walls and ceilings.  Her work is published in many magazines annually, and is featured in the World Organization of China Painters book: Perspectives in Porcelain: Thinking Outside the Box. Ms. Gosden's website can be viewed at http://marygosdenstudio.com . Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	July 13, 2009: Katherine Friday’s experiences and talents are many. She worked as a layout artist, art director and illustrator for numerous art studios and advertising agencies across the country. Her awards for her artwork are many, including second place at the world-renowned Miniature art Society of Florida’s 2009 Annual Show for her miniature “Dulcimer and Lace”.  Her works can be viewed on her website at http://katherinefriday.wetpaint.com. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	June 29, 2009: Paige Lukens-Gray, an accomplished over-glaze artist, will speak about her love of porcelain art and her efforts to organize the World Organization of China Painters World Show in Omaha, NE which will take place July 14-18,2009.  Ms. Gray is a graduate of Ferris State University with a degree in Arts and Sciences.  Shehas a special gift of being able to bring people together from various countries and backgrounds and will talk about her artistic and organizational endeavors. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	June 15, 2009: Deb Chaney is an emerging contemporary abstract artist who lives in Santa Barbara, CA.  She is the author of The Little Inspiration Book, Ideas to Empower Women and contributing author to Sand in my Bra, Funny Women Write From the Road. TWO SHOWS IN ONE!  Due to technical difficulties, Deb Chaney joined the broadcast later in the show.  Please listen to how the world of porcelain art came into Kim McCool's life - and then listen to the interview with Deb Chaney!  Both promise to be insightful and entertaining. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	June 1, 2009: Terry Griffey has vast experience as a musician, as well as a film and television composer.   Terry taught contemporary music theory, ear training and electronic composition, as well as the authorship of educational courses offering insight into the concepts of digital orchestration and digital sampling techniques.  In 2007, he formed “Lone River Productions” which delivers broadcast, industrial and educational products in the latest HD and Internet-friendly technologies.  Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	May 18, 2009: Venezuelan artist Mariela Villasmil-Kaminski, B.F.A, M.A. obtained a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts and Masters Degree from Cecilio Acosta Catholic University (U.N.I.C.A), Venezuela. She furthered her artistic studies at universities in Italy. Since 1996 Mariela has dedicated herself to teach Portrait Workshops in many countries. Her accomplishments are impressive and extensive. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	May 4, 2009: After studying at the Art Institute of Chicago, Mimzi Haut has exhibited widely for many years in competitive and group exhibitions and has won many awards for excellence. Her work is featured in corporate collections worldwide, including Hewitt Packard, Saks Fifth Avenue, Marriott Hotels, CRST, Hon Industries, and Deere & Company. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	April 27, 2009: Sally Evans is a Creativity Coach and Jewelry Artist. She talks discusses her role as a creativity coach to inspire and encourage people to discover their unlimited potential for living an inspired life. As a jewelry artist, Sally creates handmade, one of a kind, silver and gemstone jewelry that offers messages of inspiration. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	April 6, 2009: Come listen as full time artist Andrew Orr talks about his paintings and his recent opening his new gallery in Poultney, Vermont. Andrew is not only a respected watercolor and porcelain artist, he is also a recognized judge and juror for competitions. He travels throughout the world teaching and sharing his knowledge. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio
	March 23, 2009: Raphael Iaccarino, best known for his monumental size watercolors depicting the lush rain forests and jungles of Costa Rica, talks about what inspires his artwork - from watercolor to music. Download MP3 file*  |   Play Now at Blog Talk Radio