Brenda Kopmeyer-Kaspar, Owner, Artist/Designer
Artist Statement:
I work with my hands to create artwork. I use my mind to design and problem-solve. My heart comes in to play when I'm teaching and mentoring. My soul keeps me in touch with what's right, what's real. I believe we're all blessed, and we all have talents that are unique to each of us. I'm fortunate to be able to share my life daily with other creative people and do what I love to do...create. Welcome to my latest creation...i.e.Handmade. Welcome to a piece of my world in cyberspace.
Short Bio:
Creative Product Designer/Hallmark Cards. Instructor/Kansas City Art Institute, Fiber Department. Past Kansas State Representative, International Surface Design Association. Has held
memberships in the Hand Weaver's Guild of America, AIGA, American Craft's Council, Textile Society of America, Kansas City Artist's Coalition and Kansas Art Quilters.
Brenda has shown and sold her work internationally, and has won awards in graphic design, surface design and fine art.
Allie Cermak, design assistant:
Allie earned her degree in the fiber department from the Kansas City Art Institute and was valedictorian in 2004. A former student of Brenda's, Allie is an indispensable and talented young woman who brings a sense of much-needed calm to our environment at i.e. Handmade.
Mentoring young artists is an important part of our business. Our studio serves as a hands-on practicum/internship setting for college students, graduates, and others who feel inspired and drawn into the world of the fiber arts. Affording opportunities to aspiring artists is a high priority at ie Handmade.
