Sister Bee at the Montserrat Encaustic Conference January 7, 2008 11:38 am 
Encaustic, Sister Bee

Sister Bee DVD cover
Exciting news! Joanne Mattera – esteemed painter and author of “The Art of Encaustic Painting” has invited me to screen SISTER BEE at the second annual Montserrat Encaustic Conference in June. Yay! This is a rare opportunity to join in an event that holds all three of my professional interests – beekeeping, filmmaking and painting.

As you may know – beeswax is a beautiful, mythic substance. What’s less known is the science behind its symbolism and how it’s made by honeybees. Artists who take the time to learn about these things are in for a treat. Honeybees are fascinating creatures. They provide a wealth of inspiration. And knowledge about them deepens our comprehension of beeswax as a medium. I look forward to talking about these things with artists at the conference in June.

You’re invited to stop by Joanne Mattera’s conference page for more info – dates, schedule, etc…

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Joanne Clarey wrote January 7, 2008 @ 6:32 pm

Dear Laura, Happy New Year! I am excited about your opportunity to screen Sister Bee at the Encaustic Conference. Congratulations. Bit by bit, the information about your film travels, a little like the bees transform their information about new flowers to be harvested. I saw Sister Bee when your Aunt Anne showed it in Jackson. I loved it. I have been a teacher of Women’s Studies at the University of Southern Maine and if I were not retired, I would demand that your film be showed. The cooperation of women is in tune with the goodness and social interlocking of
bees. PLease continue your very important work. I long for another film by you. Sincerely, Joanne Clarey.

Laura wrote January 7, 2008 @ 9:22 pm

Dear Joanne,
Thanks for the warm thoughts.
Laura

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