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Product Release: PNW Photo Coasters and Magnets

December 19, 2017 in art, Oregon, product design, photography

Pacific Northwest Magnets

Woohoo -- new things are here!  A late acceptance into my first Washington Coast holiday market at the Adrift Hotel this winter inspired me to really go for it!  I created three new product lines in three weeks, from research and development... to actualization.  These handmade two inch square magnets are the cutest small expression of my work so far.  Each keepsake is made with one of my Pacific Northwest images that I transfer by hand onto marble.  I chose very strong rare earth magnets so they stick to your fridge or vintage locker or whatever you put your magnets on!  I hope these put a smile on your face every day... let art make a friendly invasion into your life and lift your mood on these grey days.  Hey, keeping the positive perspective of having something to always be grateful for is a must in life, and we are so lucky to have such beautiful surroundings to live and thrive in.

Magnets will be available in themed sets in my Etsy shop soon.

 


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Pacific Northwest Coasters

And no less satisfying are these matching marble coasters!  I make these the same way as the magnets, and each four inch marble slab has its own unique character which it imparts to the image.  I have a catalog of over 100 images to work with, from scenic landscapes to cultural icons.  Cannon Beach Art Gallery will be the first to carry coasters, and you can find my magnets in Astoria at the Riverfront Trading Company.

I tested these puppies out with hot coffee mugs and sweaty beer glasses, even gave them a good clank or two, and they survived just fine.  Each magnet and coaster has a double coat of protective sealant to last you a long time.  These will also be in themed or matching sets in my Etsy shop soon.

Holler if you want a set of something, I'd be happy to make them for you or your business!

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