http://rifieh.multiply.com/ Welcome to my den. I'm Rifie Hogan, your host to the wonderful world of rifiezkritterzland. So, sit back and relax and enjoy the ride. Please check out my profile, to know more things about me :)<BR><BR>IMPORTANT: Please note that everything in this site, eg. all pictures, beads and description of beads and articles are copyrighted and not to be used without seeking written permission to the author, that's me Marife "Rifie" Hogan. Wed, 9 Jan 2008 21:28:05 -0000 Wed, 15 Aug 2007 06:22:23 -0000 http://images.rifieh.multiply.com/logo http://rifieh.multiply.com 100 100 <P>Well folks, much to my surprise the article I've written for The Annealer Magazine has been published.&nbsp; For those of you who are not familiar with this magazine, it is U.S. based, and caters for lampworkers (glass bead artist).&nbsp; I got a surprise to receive&nbsp;two copies of the magazine in my postal box.&nbsp;</P> <P>Anyway, it's been heavily edited from the original piece I've written but that's life I guess.&nbsp; *big sigh*</P> <P>The article is about the glass revolution in Australia and New Zealand.&nbsp; It briefly describes what's going on here in downunder about this craft, as well as the establishment of the AGBG Australian Glass Beadmakers Guild and the SRA/ANZ Self-Representing Artist Australia and New Zealand.</P> <P>It's my first time to be published in a magazine and for a great cause because it raises community awareness about AGBG AND SRA/ANZ.</P> <P>My warmest thanks to Barbara Robinson, the founder of the AGBG for helping me write the article.</P> http://rifieh.multiply.com/journal/item/8/Article_for_The_Annealer_Magazine_Summer_2007_Issue_2 Wed, 15 Aug 2007 06:22:23 -0000 Ever wondered wotz up in downunder re: glass art? Check it out! Be inspired and join the new craze in town. Discover the artist within... but be warned, it's quite addictive and there's no antidote ;) http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/11/Australian_Glass_Beadmakers_Guild_AGBG Thu, 31 May 2007 11:09:52 -0000 <P>I'm&nbsp;very happy&nbsp;to announce that my submission for an article has been accepted and has been published on the website for The Australian Glass Beadmakers Guild.</P> <P>I present to you&nbsp;Kerry Harper, NSW chapter of the SRA-ANZ (Self Representing Artist for Australia and New Zealand)&nbsp;as the Featured Artist for the month of June/July 2007.&nbsp; Please click on the link to view the article.&nbsp;&nbsp;<A href="http://www.aussiebeadmakers.com/featuredartist.html">www.aussiebeadmakers.com/featuredartist.html</A> </P> <P>Thanks Kerry for sharing your story and for trusting me with the information.&nbsp; Thanks Barbara Robinson, the founder of the AGBG, for your encouragement, your support and for keeping the flame alive.</P> http://rifieh.multiply.com/journal/item/7/Theres_something_about_Kerry_Harper_SRA-ANZ Thu, 31 May 2007 10:45:57 -0000 "SweetmojO is an acoustic trio band fused with soul, funk and melodic pop. Inspired by the likes of Beatles, Brand New Heavies, Eagles, James Brown and Motown they have developed a style that is commercial yet distinctive." "SweetmojO band consists of guitar, bass and drums and on request can be augmented with a guest female vocalist or a keyboard player." So, if you are in Sydney, and got a special event coming up, like birthdays, anniversaries, weddings or you just wanna relax and watch a live band at a reasonable price. Please check-out SWEETMOJO's website. http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/10/SWEETMOJO_BAND Fri, 25 May 2007 22:43:40 -0000 Yeeehhhaaa! After 8 years of non-appearance, I'll be coming home again. Hmmmm I can't wait to see my relatives and of course to try the local cuisine that are not available here in http://rifieh.multiply.com/calendar/item/10003/Vacation_to_Phillipines Fri, 25 May 2007 22:38:57 -0000 Yeah it's that time of the year again. Don't ask me how old because it's how you feel that counts isn't it? hehehe Anywayz, my hubby is cooking and there'll be karaoke http://rifieh.multiply.com/calendar/item/10002/Happy_Birthday_2_me Fri, 25 May 2007 22:36:48 -0000 Bernard will be teaching a special 3 day workshop utilising implosion techniques, providing an introduction to sculptural pieces and how to work off the mandrel. http://rifieh.multiply.com/calendar/item/10001/Working_off_the_mandrel_with_Bernard_Stonnor Fri, 25 May 2007 22:34:15 -0000 Last night, 25 May 2007, I saw SWEET MOJO, an awesome acoustic band, at Corrigidor (Rooty Hill) with my husband Anthony and my bestfriend Alma and her husband Leo. We all listened to SWEET MOJO's fine music both in English and Tagalog and were entertained with the variety of songs offered considering they had to change their selection at a drop of a hat for the second half of the show. Although a tough crowd, SWEET MOJO was able to get some people on the dance floor, this includes Alma and Leo. Plus, they got the crowd singing to "BONGGA KA DAY", even my husband Anthony (who can't speak Tagalog) got into the groove and joined us. So you guys, don't miss out, you can see this band for yourself next week at Corrigidor. Here's their website for details. <a href=http://sweetmojo.multiply.com/>http://sweetmojo.multiply.com/</a> See you all there! P.S. Pictures coming soon, it's too early for hubby this morning, he is still in bed http://rifieh.multiply.com/reviews/item/4 Fri, 25 May 2007 22:07:47 -0000 <P>I believe that things happen for a reason.&nbsp; Recently, I've made a huge step and resigned from my job as a registered nurse.&nbsp; My last day at work will be on Wednesday, 30 May, 2007.<BR><BR>After working in the community for 4 years and 8 months, and in the hospital system for 8 years and 2 months, it's time to move on.&nbsp; <BR><BR>I'll take a month break to holistically rejuvinate, set up my art studio, fine-tune my lampworking or glassbeadmaking skills on a regular basis, continue learning digital photography with my hubby Anthony, spend more time with my family and friends and take a vacation/holidays in the Phillipines (16-30 June, 2007).<BR><BR>I'm a lil bit sad yet I'm so excited of what tomorrow will&nbsp;bring.&nbsp; One thing for sure, I'm ready for the new challenges that life has to offer.&nbsp; <BR><BR>I got&nbsp;hope, faith, love&nbsp;and most importantly with J.C. on my side what more can I ask for?<BR><BR><BR><BR><BR></P> http://rifieh.multiply.com/journal/item/6/What_Now_26_May_2007_SUNDAY Fri, 25 May 2007 21:40:31 -0000 <P>I'm happy to report that today, 01 May 2007, I'm featured as a Newbie Lampwork Babe at The Annealer Magazine (USA).&nbsp; Please click on the link below for more information.</P> <P><A href="http://www.theannealermagazine.com/Spring2007LampworkBabeRifieHogan.htm"><A href="http://www.theannealermagazine.com/Spring2007LampworkBabeRifieHogan.htm">http://www.theannealermagazine.com/Spring2007LampworkBabeRifieHogan.htm</A></A></P> http://rifieh.multiply.com/journal/item/5/The_Annealer_Magazine_Featured_Lampwork_Babe_-_SPRING_2007_-_Marife_Rifie_Hogan Tue, 1 May 2007 09:15:02 -0000 During the photoshoot at the hush hush location in Sydney, the rifiezkritterz are all singing: "I'm too sexy for my photos, too sexy for my photos, too sexy it hurts!" Now that's out of the way, thanks uncle Ollie for making this happen and for teaching our mum some kewl maneuvers in http://rifieh.multiply.com/photos/album/7/FROGS_-_most_have_been_featured_for_The_Annealer_Magazine_website_28_April_2007 Sat, 28 Apr 2007 23:28:54 -0000 <P>rifiezkritterz in chorus:&nbsp; "I'm 2 sexy for the photos... 2 sexy for the photos... 2 sexy it hurts!!!"</P> <P>Karamba!!!&nbsp; I've been woken up with the kritterz loud singing... talking about EXCITED!!!</P> <P>I said, "Settle down troops... it's way too early to see your uncle for the photoshoot, would u like him to throw u guys in his pool"&nbsp; The cheekybums replied, "No worries Rifie, Uncle Ollie will probably join us.&nbsp; We are afterall his backup band heheheheehhehe!!!"</P> <P>What to do, what to do.... I'm outnumbered.&nbsp; So, if you can't beat em, join em... "I'm 2 sexy for the photos... 2 sexy for the photos... 2 sexy it hurts!!!"</P> <P>Yes troops, it's our photoshoot today.&nbsp; The reason, we ain't gonna tell for now, but you oughta check this website for the next couple of weeks because something bigggggggggggg is happening... WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!</P> <P>I'm aiming to post some pics that will be taken today but it will be for contacts only.&nbsp; So if you woul... http://rifieh.multiply.com/journal/item/3/Rifiezkritterz_Photoshoot_28_April_2007_at_a_hush_hush_location_in_Sydney Fri, 27 Apr 2007 22:03:39 -0000 If you are looking for a friendly service and a huge variety of selection for your art glass and supplies check out Chockadoo. Founded by Cathy Charles and based in Sydney. They provide an online store and take mail orders worlwide. The studio is open for classes and for monthly meeting for artist to network and share their ideas. Check my link and click on her http://rifieh.multiply.com/reviews/item/3 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 05:09:57 -0000 Marilyn is the author of Peraza: The Sculpted Rose and the founder of The Annealer Magazine. This website showcase Marilyn's very original lampwork roses, le chat toggle and other beads, as well as her very own designer lampwork jewellery. Come and be mesmerized. Own as well as give something unique for that special occasion. Looking for bridal jewellery? You've come to the right http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/9/Marilyn_Peraza_Beads Tue, 24 Apr 2007 04:19:56 -0000 Gearing towards sculptural work but don't know how to start? Begin, by purchasing this book. It has helped me a lot in my journey towars sculpting using hot glass. It's full of beautiful pictures of beads handcrafted by the famous Sharon Peters and shows step by step technique on how to sculpt flat fish and lizard/dragon amongst other things. It's available at http://rifieh.multiply.com/reviews/item/2 Mon, 23 Apr 2007 23:15:45 -0000 ATTENTION: to all advanced beginners, intermediate hot glass artists/lampworkers If you use a HOTHEAD torch and wonder if it's suitable to sculpt roses.... Don't despair. The Peraza technique is HOTHEAD torch friendly. I know this for a fact. Because I used my HOTHEAD torch to sculpt my very first rose. I'm amazed at the ease in sculpting roses using the Peraza technique. I made a perfect rose the first go. It's really quite addictive. Once you start, you can't stop! Marilyn used a minor burner torch in her DVD but I followed her technique as presented on the DVD just using my hothead torch and no worries. The Peraza technique is so easy to follow and I'm able to sculpt roses the first go with awesome results and just by using my HOTHEAD torch. I recommend you use ITALIAN glass when sculpting as it's easier to manipulate. If you are in Australia, See chockadoo for supplies. Cathy sells this DVD there and has a whole range of ITALIAN glass at competitive pric... http://rifieh.multiply.com/reviews/item/1 Mon, 23 Apr 2007 23:00:25 -0000 Chockadoo provides art glass and supplies for artists of all levels. In addition, they held different types of classes and provide a venue for glass enthusiasts to meet on a monthly basis. Come check it out for yourself. I highly recommend http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/8/Chockadoo_-_for_your_art_glass_and_supplies Mon, 23 Apr 2007 22:40:04 -0000 Special thanks to Marilyn Peraza for sharing her technique on DVD "Peraza: The Sculpted Rose". Now I can do it too. Although I only use a hothead http://rifieh.multiply.com/photos/album/3/SCULPTED_ROSE_Using_the_Peraza_Technique Mon, 23 Apr 2007 06:34:57 -0000 Who are the SRA-ANZ? SRA-ANZ is the registry of a collective of Self-Representing Artists who use Glass as their main media, working in Australia and New Zealand. Our logo is your assurance that you are supporting an Australian or New Zealand Glass Artist, and not a reseller of mass-produced product from any where else in the world. Self-Representing Artists take pride in their work and have spent considerable time learning and perfecting our craft. We create in our private studios, stake our personal reputation on the quality of our work, and constantly strive to provide you with unique and innovative designs. Our Beads are properly Kiln annealed for strength, stability and resilience. We encourage you to explore this website and the Artists listed herein. Click to visit our individual websites and auctions, see our studios, learn a little about us and our Art! Mission Statement One of our greatest challenges is finding equitable ways to bring our Art to the marketplac... http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/7/Rifie_is_SRAANZ_member_80 Mon, 23 Apr 2007 06:10:21 -0000 We are a group of glass artists who are dedicated to the art of lampworking. It's an ancient art form that flourished in Italy in the 1300s and then spread throughout Europe, the Americas and the rest of the world. We work at home in our own studios, making beads, marbles or other glass objects one at a time. Patiently and carefully we strive for perfection in every object that we make. We are from the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Israel, Germany... all over the world! As self-representing artists, one of our greatest challenges is finding ways to bring our art before the people who want to own it, and educating those buyers about the uniqueness and quality of our work. We hope that this directory will help you to discover us and learn a little a bit more about our process, our studios, and our personalities; and, of course, our art! http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/6/Rifie_is_SRA_member_H74 Mon, 23 Apr 2007 06:03:08 -0000 Awesome site for lampworkers, glass enthusiasts and jewellery designers of all levels worldwide. Founded by Marilyn Peraza for Bead Artists. It's full of tips, hints and awe-inspiring beads, a true eye candy. Check it out. Be inspired and follow each artists http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/5/The_Annealer_Magazine Mon, 23 Apr 2007 05:36:48 -0000 I bought a copy of Marilyn Peraza's dvd at Chockadoo on Tuesday 17 April, 2007. I watched it once when I got home and I made my very first set of dark red roses with rosebuds. I was ecstatic with the results so I e-mailed her the next day via the Bead Artist website. Alas, she replied to me straight away and asked if she could use my testimony on her website. I'm so honoured. I highly recommended Marilyn's dvd because despite of me having basic equipment, I was able to make a set of perfect roses just in time for Mothers' day. Marilyn U R a great teacher. Keep up the excellent work! Marilyn happens to be the founder of The Annealer Magazine and I didn't know about this until checkout when I subscribed to the http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/4/Rifies_Testimony_on_DVD_Peraza_The_Sculpted_Rose Mon, 23 Apr 2007 05:16:14 -0000 These are handcrafted jewellery sets that I've made showcasing my handcrafted lampwork http://rifieh.multiply.com/photos/album/2/JEWELLERY_SET Mon, 23 Apr 2007 04:50:37 -0000 This is a compilation of some of my original rifiezkritterz designs that I've posted on Bead Artist. http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/3/Rifies_Gallery_BeadArtists.org Mon, 23 Apr 2007 04:38:10 -0000 This is my about me page on http://rifieh.multiply.com/links/item/1/Rifiezkritterz_on_Ebay Mon, 23 Apr 2007 04:23:49 -0000 <P>I took my bestfriend Alma to the meeting today.&nbsp; (Please refer to the Photo Album).&nbsp; We were the first ones to get there, the gates were still closed LOL!!!&nbsp; Talking about excited.&nbsp; Anyway,&nbsp;I got my mobile phone&nbsp;with me and called Telstra Information Service for Chockadoo's number.&nbsp; Cathy answered but before she could&nbsp;come to our rescue, there's another business owner at the complex who arrived and kindly&nbsp;opened the gates for us.</P> <P>More about Alma (mia)...&nbsp;I, too, work with Alma and she originally comes from the Phillipines... so see the similarities?&nbsp; We actually took classes together for fashion jewellery making back in July 2005.&nbsp; However, I'm the only one who took up lampworking.</P> <P>Thus, It is my quest to recruit&nbsp;Alma&nbsp;and awaken her 'passion for the flame'.&nbsp; Soooooo, did it work?&nbsp;&nbsp;Let's just say I only just begun hahahahahahahahaha (evil laugh).</P> <P>NOTE:&nbsp; If you happen to be in the meeting that da... http://rifieh.multiply.com/journal/item/1/Sunday_22_April_2007._Glass_Enthusiasts_Monthly_Meeting_at_Chockadoo_AUSTRALIA Mon, 23 Apr 2007 04:01:51 -0000