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January 2010                                                                Volume 4 issue 1

Greetings!


2009 was challenging for everyone.  With hard work and the valued support of our customers, we are happy to report that AFT met and exceeded the challenge. 

Last Fall we revamped and expanded our website, Customers can scan our portfolio for framing ideas.  Our Gallery Gift pages continue to grow.  Visit the AFT Virtual Gallery for a sneak peak of the latest Gallery Gift items.  Our artists work hard to create Gallery Gifts for everyone's budget.

2010 will be an exciting year.  We just can't sit still.  We have already begun bringing in new artists to our Gift Gallery.  We have also expanded our already expansive moulding selection, including a wider selection for our Every Day Framing Specials.

Although still in the planning stages, we have plans for a few special events.  AFT also participates in every First Wednesday in Forest Grove.  We enjoy playing host to our friends and visiting.

We extend a heartfelt thanks to all our customers who continue to support us.  We look forward to strengthening these relationships in the coming year, and for years to come.


Kristen


New Artist: Theresa VanAken

In October of 2003 I was invited to take my first silk painting class.  It was like eating chocolate for me!

Every stroke of the brush, each surprising flow of dye onto silk, melted my heart and excited my soul.  I knew that I had found my medium.

I graduated with a degree in art from Portland State University in 1976. I have painted in oils, acrylics and watercolors, but never with the enthusiasm of silk painting.  I have exhibited and sold my work in both public and private collections.

See Theresa's masterpieces at AFT.  No two pieces are alike or can ever be copied. - Kristen



Theresa  VanAken Scarf

"Nature is my inspiration and living both in Oregon and Alaska affords me that outlet of creativity!"

Click to see a sample of Theresa's art.


Hearts for Habitat GALA



In This Issue
New Artist: Theresa VanAken
Hearts for Habitat GALA
Everyday Framing Special
AFT Quick Links
Valentine's Day Gift Ideas
Join Our Mailing List
AFT Quick
Links

Valentine's Day
February 14th


You can find your Valentine
something special at AFT!






V-Day Cards by
Forest Grove Artist:
Barbarah Mohorich
$4.00



Fire & Light
Price $23.00



Artist: Amy Crawley
Heart in Hand Talisman $33.00



Forest Grove Artist:
Kathy McCarthy
$39.00



Aritst: Bianca Zoe
Sterling Silver Heart Earrings
$49.00



Artist; Randy Koufalis
$48.00