Annual
Midsummer’s Night Dream Faerie Party
is afoot and the fun is set
to begin on Saturday 23 June from 8pm to midnight. It will be held
at Fusionglass Co (8872 La Mesa
Boulevard La Mesa, CA 91942) More info Debb Solan 619.461.4440
Faeries
afoot Saturday night as magic, beauty, and artistry were in full swing once
again at Fusionglass Co in La Mesa. Owners Debbie
Solan and Paul Fernandes hosted their annual Midsummer Night’s Dream Party
complete with a decadent array of tasty nibbles, an outpouring of wine, ‘booty
bag’ prizes filled with gorgeous jewelry, and exhibits by a select group of
talented guest artists whose art was out of this world.
In
true form, this Fusionglass party was a terrific success and the crowd tipped
to over 200 people. There was a fascinating and creative selection of faerie
flair of all colors and the evening was delightfully enchanting. Faerie
costumes were plentiful made from recycled wedding and cocktail dresses spray
painted and adorned with fluttering floral designs. Gowns were accessorized
with faerie wings, an ethereal crown of flowers, and legendary pointy shoes
with bells! Other guests were wrapped in a bounty of colorful hand painted
silks that were truly a feast for the eyes. More daring faeries pranced in
their frilly lace PJs complete with sequin bedroom slippers and a sprinkling of
fairy dust to spread throughout the glorious night air. Included among the
guests was a tribe of camouflaged warriors who provided just the right touch of
forestry to protect the spirited crowd.
New
this year was an appearance by a masked man from Mardi Gras who surprised the
crowd and greeted each guest with sparkling beads and baubles from faraway
lands. Also featured was a photo booth with a selection of feathered faerie
wings to try on and fly if you dared.
Paul
Fernandes, a natural behind the microphone, belted out the names of
prizewinners every 15 minutes throughout the entire evening while the strumming
guitars of Pound Dog played
familiars from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s.
Guest
artists included Julie Arroyo whose watercolor and Chinese calligraphy on wood
added a hint of serenity to the fairytale night. Leah ‘Nina’ Carter exhibited
an exquisite line of organic and geometric jewelry inspired by nature and made
of a mix of copper, brass, and silver. Kira
Carrillo Corser’s painted photographs using pastels, inks, and oil pencils
were inspirational and contained stunning and fantastic imagery. Peggy Hinaeken’s atmospheric and
lyrical etchings and lithographs depicted historical and literary figures that
made a lovely addition to the tales of the evening. Finally, Emily Vermillion’s
black ink drawings of faerie lore and garden flowers provided a sensation of
beauty and renewal among the mystical moments of this magical do.
As
the clock struck midnight, there were lots of vixens vying for attention and a
very beautiful faerie won the grand jewelry prize. There’s definitely a tale to
tell of Fusionglass and all the faeries…but you will have to wait till next Mid
Summer’s Night when the clock strikes 8 and there are faeries at your gate.
Come ready for entertainment, beautiful art, generous prizes, and a night
filled with fun and laughter! Keep your eyes open for more magical happenings
at Fusionglass Co.
Thomine Wilson (pronounced Tom-in-e) is a San Diego artist who is
working to promote the ‘Employee
Art Program’, a training alliance composed of professional educators who
help organizations accelerate business performance and foster sustainability
through on site arts-based learning, culture change agents, and innovation
experts.
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