Shop WMODA – Josh Fradis
The WMODA Shop features unique décor and gifts made by talented artists in our community and further afield. This month’s featured artist is Josh Fradis, who makes decorative hearts and pumpkins in solid glass as well as useful jewelry trays in all the colors of the rainbow. Start your shopping
The Art of Tea with Wedgwood
By Louise Irvine High tea or afternoon tea - which would you rather attend? Find out more as we explore Wedgwood’s contribution to this British social ritual in our charming Art of Tea exhibition. In the 18th century, tea was a luxury beverage from China affordable only to royalty and
Poetry in Glass – Paul Stankard
By Louise Irvine In the last few months, many of us have sought solace in gardens but as summer draws to a close and flowers wilt and fade, we are fortunate to have many lasting memories encased in crystal at WMODA. Paul Stankard, the living master of flame-working, has been
BAMM September 2020
September is Broward Attractions and Museums Month (BAMM), which encourages visitors to experience the diversity of cultural treasures throughout Broward County. During September, visitors may buy one admission and get a second admission for free to 12 participating museums and attractions in Broward County, while two additional museums offer free
The Sport of Kings
By Louise Irvine Pour yourself a mint julep on September 5 in honor of the 146th Kentucky Derby which will take place on September 5, instead of the usual May date. The “Run for the Roses” has been described as “the fastest two minutes in sports” so once the race
Who’s Who at WMODA – Claudia Bailey
Accidents do happen and when they impact pottery and porcelain it is good to have Claudia Bailey’s expertise. Claudia is a professional ceramics restorer and she has worked on WMODA projects for the last three years. She also volunteers to assist us with Collections Management projects and Saturday openings. Claudia
The Maharaja Vase
by Louise Irvine If pots could talk what would they tell us? For over 30 years, I have been on the trail of the Maharaja vase. In a Highlights article in 2017, I posted A Tale of Two Vases featuring the colossal Doulton Faience vase, which was made for the
The Sun Child
by Louise Irvine Museum curators around the world recently engaged in a "battle of the bottoms" on social media and the best behinds were featured in the British national press. The challenge inspired us to seek out some of our most captivating candidates in our porcelain figurine collection from the
Chihuly’s Ikebana
by Louise Irvine Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, means “giving life to flowers”. No wonder Chihuly chose this name for his monumental vases of flowers after a visit to Japan. His fabulous flower heads and leaves of glass have an organic yet otherworldly feeling. Art and nature harmonize
Who’s Who at WMODA – Cassidy Lowe
Cassidy Lowe is such a frequent visitor to WMODA that she has become part of the family. The young art student spends hours studying, sketching and photographing the exhibits for her digital pattern making. She creates amazing kaleidoscopic designs from details of her favorite museum objects. Cassidy writes: I am