As an artist I appreciate mock ups and new methods to present them. I know there are typically a lot of conceptual sketches that get drawn before the actual design gets produced and this takes a lot of time. Many fields require this creative process but up until recently there have not been sufficient tools to help in efficiency and decrease the time this process Continue Reading
Angelo Surmelis at High Point
We met Angelo Surmelis at High Point.I really wasn't stalking him! Ashley was on her cell phone and I saw this man wearing a hat walking briskly in front of me, whom I immediately identified as Angelo Surmelis. Now, I've watched Angelo on HGTV's Rate My Space and knew he had a line of furniture, bedding, rugs and drapes called appropriately enough angelo: HOME and Continue Reading
Showrooms and Socializing at High Point Market
What would going to High Point Market be like if you didn't see something new? Fortunately there were tons of new types of design, furniture and accessories to see and inspire and you can always go for the showrooms and socializing. Of course some things old are now new again like:1) Focus on Nature's objects -- seashells, bugs and coral displayed in unusual ways, Continue Reading
Highlights of High Point – The Louisiana Connection
Highlighting High Point's Louisiana Connection. It's not surprising that Louisiana had a presence at High Point; we do seem to get around! Tara Shaw, a Louisiana connection, was exhibiting and had a terrific location. Although she was very busy, we managed a chat and were able to get a picture.Aware that European treasures were becoming increasingly more Continue Reading
Maneuvering the Maze Can be a Scary Experience
Maneuvering the maze at the High Point Market was terribly frustrating and a scary experience for first timers. By the time we finally left, we had a much better handle of how to navigate and offer tips below for the next time. Now I know why all the advice was to get a map, have a plan, be prepared. We thought we were. Maps to Help Maneuver Here's the map, oh but Continue Reading
