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« on: January 22, 2009, 03:03:16 PM » |
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Well it's official. The Lic has been sent for. The ads are out and the check book is coming. I have taken the leap from just doing shows and some commission work. I will start doing beginner's stained glass and mosaic classes, next month. I have my first student lined up. I am sooooooo excited.
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« Reply #1 on: January 22, 2009, 03:06:40 PM » |
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 I'm real glad for you - best of luck!
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« Reply #2 on: January 22, 2009, 03:16:21 PM » |
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Hey JoanFrances, congratulations! I've always said no when people asked - I have way too many bad habits - was pointed out to me one t=ime when I was showing someone who asked for help how to fix something - when she said 'oh my I've never seen it done like that" in a very disappoving tone I decided I wouldn't be the greatest teacher. And I don't have the patience, but I admire those who do!
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« Reply #3 on: January 22, 2009, 03:50:59 PM » |
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Hey JoanFrances, congratulations! I've always said no when people asked - I have way too many bad habits - was pointed out to me one t=ime when I was showing someone who asked for help how to fix something - when she said 'oh my I've never seen it done like that" in a very disappoving tone I decided I wouldn't be the greatest teacher. And I don't have the patience, but I admire those who do!
Anne there is a gentlemen in my area that I will send my students to when they want to advance further than I can bring them. He is a wonderful teacher and has encouraged me to take the leap. He would get upset with me anytime he felt that I wasn't giving myself enough credit, and would also point out things that I needed to pay a little more attention to. I really look up to him, as you can see. |
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« Reply #4 on: January 22, 2009, 04:31:52 PM » |
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Congrats Joan...a big step for sure!  |
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« Reply #5 on: January 22, 2009, 05:01:33 PM » |
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Kind of like that first time on a roller coaster...scary and wonderful all at the same time. Best of luck!  |
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« Reply #6 on: January 22, 2009, 05:14:23 PM » |
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Congratulations Joan!!
I wish you the very very best!
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« Reply #8 on: January 22, 2009, 06:13:30 PM » |
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JF you will do just fine! Remember all of those ceramics classes you have under your belt??? You'll be great at this! I wouldn't give it a second thought...I only wish I lived close enough to come take a class!
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« Reply #9 on: January 22, 2009, 06:34:03 PM » |
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Awe gee, thanks for the sweet words of encouragement everyone. When I taught ceramics it was like the girls night out, and the only time things got serious was when someone wanted to take something out of the studio that was done poorly. I had a great group of ladies who understood my name was on the line, and were always willing to listen to instruction. I am sure that my new adventure will be the same fun night. Thanks again
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« Reply #10 on: January 22, 2009, 09:25:47 PM » |
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Joan, Im so happy for you. I also wish I lived closer to you too. From some of our chats I know your classes will be a lot of fun for your students and they are learning from one of the best.  |
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« Reply #11 on: January 23, 2009, 06:50:28 AM » |
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gee Diane, did the screen change to bright pink, from me blushing, Thanks for the sweet encouragement
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« Reply #12 on: January 23, 2009, 08:48:42 AM » |
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Oh Gee...I started to read your reply Joan and my first thought was...what have I screwed up now....LOL
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« Reply #13 on: January 23, 2009, 08:04:48 PM » |
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Congratulations, Joan Francis on your new adventure. |
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« Reply #14 on: January 23, 2009, 08:13:39 PM » |
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Hey JoanFrances, congratulations! I've always said no when people asked - I have way too many bad habits - was pointed out to me one t=ime when I was showing someone who asked for help how to fix something - when she said 'oh my I've never seen it done like that" in a very disappoving tone I decided I wouldn't be the greatest teacher. And I don't have the patience, but I admire those who do!
Anne, I don't sell yourself short. We all have bad habits and even though someone teaches one way, does not mean you will do it that way. You will always find what works best for you...nothing is written in stone. I'm sure you would do fine. |
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« Reply #15 on: January 24, 2009, 07:01:12 AM » |
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Congratulations Joan, You'll have a great time. I wish my stained glass store would do a mosaic class. I have a lot of scraps I would love to use before we move.
Good luck and let us know how much you enjoyed it.
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« Reply #16 on: January 31, 2009, 08:39:34 AM » |
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Congratulations, Joan Frances!
You know what I think you should add to your beginner's class? Pattern drawing! I've read about so many people who talk about their first classes and picking out patterns. That's fine and dandy, but you're good at drawing patterns and could probably instruct others on how to draw up their own. Or at least show them which cuts aren't going to fly (like inverted points and narrow hourglass shapes, etc.). It's a just thought!
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« Reply #17 on: January 31, 2009, 11:03:28 AM » |
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Congratulations, Joan Frances!
You know what I think you should add to your beginner's class? Pattern drawing! I've read about so many people who talk about their first classes and picking out patterns. That's fine and dandy, but you're good at drawing patterns and could probably instruct others on how to draw up their own. Or at least show them which cuts aren't going to fly (like inverted points and narrow hourglass shapes, etc.). It's a just thought!
Thanks Gwen. I just may do that if the students show an interest in it. I lovvvvvve drawing so it would be a fun class or two |
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« Reply #18 on: January 31, 2009, 11:04:47 AM » |
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Congratulations Joan, You'll have a great time. I wish my stained glass store would do a mosaic class. I have a lot of scraps I would love to use before we move.
Good luck and let us know how much you enjoyed it.
Thanks Mich, still putting all the loose ends together. Have a second student signed up now |
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« Reply #19 on: January 31, 2009, 11:07:08 AM » |
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Congratulations, Joan Francis on your new adventure. Thanks Linde. Had the electricial over last night. I need a new line in the studio for when the students are using soldering irons. Don't want to over load anything. Lord knows it is hard enough to get used to soldering without the ironing loosing heat because to much of a draw is going on. My lic came in finally, but not my darned checks. Every thing seems to take so much time when you are waiting on other people LOL |
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