By Louise Irvine Alan Tinter has been collecting kaleidoscopes since the 1980s, and he is excited to introduce this intriguing art form to WMODA as part of our International Museum Day celebrations on May 17. Alan will showcase some of his favorite kaleidoscopes created by contemporary designers, featuring fused, slumped,

By Louise Irvine After 25 years of creating collectible ceramic art, the Ardmore Studio in KwaZulu-Natal began translating the lush patterns of African fauna and flora into a dazzling array of furnishing fabrics. Ardmore is now regarded as one of South Africa’s leading luxury brands, celebrating the country’s cultural heritage.

By Louise Irvine In America, the carnation is the official emblem for Mother’s Day, pink for appreciation of living mothers and white for remembrance of those who have passed. The tradition was established in 1908 by Anna Jarvis, the founder of the holiday, as the carnation was her mother’s favorite

By Louise Irvine Fish and rabbits might appear to have little in common, but they are both associated with April 1st superstitions. In France, April Fool’s Day is known as Poisson d’Avril, literally April’s Fish, and sweethearts exchange romantic cards and play light-hearted pranks. In Britain, uttering “Rabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit!”

April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the WMODA volunteers. In our reopening year, these sterling supporters have served as Gallery Guides, greeters, demonstrating artists, administrators, and even gardeners. Last year, “Flipper” Julio Difilippo clocked the most volunteer hours. Like Chihuly, he loves gardens and has

By Louise Irvine Research for the Majolica International Society Convention, held this year in Fort Lauderdale, has shed new light on our celebrated Mermaid “Flower Bearers” jardiniere, which starred in the 1982 musical film Annie. This monumental Minton majolica piece was once owned by Warner Brothers and also featured in

By Louise Irvine We celebrated International Women’s Day early at WMODA with the arrival of Megan Holles from Ardmore in South Africa and Kim McCall from Safari Royale. During her Safari Strut presentation, Megan told the amazing story of Ardmore Ceramic Art and Design over the last 40 years and

By Louise Irvine “Dan the Man” is a popular phrase used to describe a skilled and impressive guy. It’s the perfect description for glass artist, Dan Alexander, who recently took the WMODA team on a tour of the Imagine Museum in St. Petersburg, followed by a glassblowing demonstration at the Morean

Eleven talented artists from Florida’s glass community and overseas made a splash at the preview of our latest exhibition, celebrating the sea as envisioned by contemporary glass and ceramic artists. They enjoyed catching up at the party and seeing all the new work at WMODA, including Chihuly’s works on paper

WMODA members were invited to an exclusive workshop in February, led by Chelsea Rousso, to design and create a fused-glass amulet. Designed for protection and power, these glass symbols are a visual reminder of strength, healing, and intention. Chelsea was awarded a grant from the Broward County Cultural Division for