As a trained graphic designer I have always loved photography. My photographs capture the world around me, especially the features of the
two-acre prairie remnant in my backyard. The prairie is always changing and provides an abundance of different subjects. As one flower sets seed another starts blooming, insects come and go, fall gives way to winter and each day presents fresh scenes and subjects. At the same time, I always push my vision to see the prairie and the life contained from a different perspective. My observations do not stop when I walk out of the prairie. I can often be seen toting my camera wherever I go, always in search of the next great photographic opportunity or subject. If you wish to see what I mean please visit my blog: reflectionsfrom.wordpress.com.

Beside my passion for photography I have a passion for jewelry and enjoy scouring antique stores, estate sales and the occasional

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rummage sale for vintage pieces and artifacts to incorporate into new jewelry. When on a treasure hunt it’s exciting when I spot an item and can envision how I might repurpose it for one of my pieces. I recently started working with silver, copper, and brass to create new components. I enjoy working with sterling silver and setting stones different ways to create small pieces of art. And I discovered the fun and beauty of etching copper and brass. I have achieved some interesting vintage effects with etching and different finishes. I am continuously growing, experimenting, and incorporating something new — whether a new material or a new technique — into my jewelry.

I am a naturally creative and curious person and always discovering something new, whether it's through my lens or a new bit of something to make into jewelry.

DEMONSTRATIONS: Photography - I will have my photographs on display and will talk about how I work and how I sort through all the photos I shoot. Weather permitting, I will walk the prairie while talking about my process. Jewelry - I will talk about the thought process behind how I build a piece of jewelry and then show how I put beads on wire and assemble various elements into a finished item. I will also set up for copper and brass etching and demonstrate each step of the process

STUDIO ACCESS: Two steps to get into the house. The prairie will have unlevel terrain,
but can be seen out the back windows.

Julie Raasch
9404 County Road A, Mount Horeb (Primrose Township), WI 53572 | 608-577-9797 | jul@creative-zoo.com
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