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A camera on a backyard bird feeder sparked an entire art series—then the community took notice. We sit down with exhibiting artist Glenda Hake to trace the winding path of a maker who blends painting, collage, masks, photography, and graphic design into a practice rooted in nature and fueled by curiosity. From foraging moss and grapevine to transforming empty bottles into lit fairy houses, Glenda shows how repurposed materials can carry stories as well as beauty.
We dive into the birth‑month birds concept and how each piece weaves together a bird, the month’s flower, and gemstone color for an instantly personal connection. Along the way, Glenda talks about winning 13 ribbons at the Canfield Fair, why local shows can outperform algorithms, and how a simple craft directory became a roadmap for opportunities across Ohio and beyond. She shares the reality of balancing full‑time work with weekend photography gigs, a growing line of pet portrait commissions, and the practical routines that keep her studio momentum alive.
Glenda opens up about stepping back from photography to recover creative energy, then booking out once fall arrived. We explore the thrill of learning new skills like felting and pottery, the pros and cons of not selling on major platforms after an unexpected Etsy ban, and the serendipity of a radio interview that connected her to our gallery. If you’re an artist, maker, or art lover, you’ll leave with ideas for sourcing materials sustainably, structuring series with built‑in meaning, and building visibility through fairs, galleries, and word of mouth.
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Chapters
1. Finding Serendipity In Nature, Community, And Making (00:00:00)
2. Artist Introduction & Gallery Feature (00:00:05)
3. Glenda’s Background And Early Start (00:00:26)
4. Mediums, Photography, And Gallery Distance (00:01:33)
5. Birth Month Birds Series Concept (00:02:23)
6. Nature Sourcing And Repurposed Materials (00:03:39)
7. Design Work, Commissions, And Pet Portraits (00:05:30)
8. Creative Burnout And Studio Routine (00:06:30)
9. New Skills: Felting And Pottery Aspirations (00:07:22)
10. Platforms, Etsy Ban, And Local Sales (00:09:12)
11. Canfield Fair Wins And Community (00:10:15)
12. Finding Shows And A Serendipitous Radio Link (00:11:31)
13. How To Connect With Glenda (00:12:59)
14. Visuals, Future Classes, And Closing (00:13:28)
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