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YOU COULD BE NEXT! Stay tuned for more giveaways and awesome things coming your way. :)

***NOTE - This is our first time doing a giveaway, and I think it might have glitched up! If you have any questions, please just send a message!

Hi everyone! Joshua here, I just wanted to remind you guys about that super cool giveaway we're doing. Just 2 hours left, and one happy winner will be mailed a beautiful blanket! Just click the link below for more details!
https://kingsumo.com/g/pxhsgn/win-beautiful-blanket-by-local-artist-law-willeys-dam-camp

We're back, and we're kicking off our return with a chance to win!

https://kingsumo.com/g/pxhsgn/win-beautiful-blanket-by-local-artist-law-willeys-dam-camp

Attention : Due to the pandemic, and all that has happened through this challenging year, we were forced to slow down activities.

As life starts to slowly return to normal, we think it is a good idea to give people what they want, and deserve.

Welcome back. :)

WIN : Beautiful blanket by Local Artist LAW - Willey's Dam Camp WIN : Beautiful blanket by Local Artist LAW - Willey's Dam Camp by Willey's Dam Camp. Hosted by KingSumo Giveaways

AUCTION CLOSED.

Galactic Swirl Dorodango ball for auction NOW! :)

Get this ball, a temp. stand, and a free gift upon purchase!

Auction goes as usual, but you can now PM or Comment "BUY NOW" to buy for 120.00 :)

Auctions over 100 get free Shipping/handling!

Ends on 3/13/2020 :)

Good luck everyone!

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A GLOW IN THE DARK DORODANGO BALL IS UP FOR AUCTION!

The auction will end on 3/9/2020 10:00 pm EST. Any bids after this time will NOT be accepted!

Place your bids in comments

Starting price $80
the minimum interval is $ 5
Shipping 15. :)
Payment via Paypal or Facebook Messenger :)
Shipping in the USA only :)

Good luck to all the auctioneers

Look into the stars...

Auction # 3 Starts tomororow!

Take a look at this beautiful Dorodango ball, made from natural substances and hand crafted. This is a beautiful work of art and one of my personal favorites. :)

"I've been asked to announce the latest photo print up for sale. It's a beauty. The morning, air, the rising sun, the nearly obscured mountain top across a beautiful, pastel lake. Serene and perfect. A moment that captures and holds emotion. "

-Lori-Ann W.

Just click the link below to get started :) We;ve made navigating the site much easier than before :)

https://artistloriann.com/

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ROUND 2! A beautiful GOLD dorodango ball is up for auction!

The auction will end on 29th of February AT 10:00 pm EST. Any bids after this time will NOT be accepted!

Place your bids in comments

Starting price $50
the minimum interval is $ 5
Shipping 15, UNLESS BID GOES OVER $100
Payment via Paypal or Facebook Messenger :)
Shipping in the USA only :)

Good luck to all the auctioneers!

Good morning! Eyes pealed for another auction! We've also got something mountain related on the way. :)

Congrats to Liz and a big thankyou to all the bidders who participated!

-Click on the picture and bid there, not on this thread! Thank you!-

Amazing! With just a couple days till the end (feb 24th)

Liz-Wood-Derocher is in the lead with a $90 bid, followed by Robert Mencl in second place with an $80 bid!

If it keeps this way, it looks like Liz will be the winner and take home this beautiful piece of art. :)

Any bids > 100 will receive free shipping!

Good luck to all bidders!

1st dorodango ball is up for auction!

HIGHEST BIDDER : Liz Wood-Derocher $90.00

Updated today at 4:40 PM

The auction will end on 24th of February
around 10:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.

Place your bids in comments

Sarting price 10$
the minimum interval is $ 5
Shipping 15, UNLESS BID GOES OVER $100
Payment via Paypal :)
Shipping in the USA only :)

Good luck to all the auctioneers!

Hey, listen, what's that sound?!

Everybody look, an auction's going down!

1st dorodango ball is up for auction!

HIGHEST BIDDER : Liz Wood-Derocher $90.00

Updated today at 4:40 PM

The auction will end on 24th of February
around 10:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.

Place your bids in comments

Sarting price 10$
the minimum interval is $ 5
Shipping 15, UNLESS BID GOES OVER $100
Payment via Paypal :)
Shipping in the USA only :)

Good luck to all the auctioneers!

ATTN AUCTIONEERS!

The auction for the dorodango balls hasbeen delayed ONE WHOLE DAY!

Please check back tomorrow morning for the start of the event!

Very excited to start auctioning these beautiful works of art for Lori-Ann Willey

Hi all! :)

A new print is available at ArtistLoriAnn.com

Only 3 coupons left! Use DamWanderer at checkout for 20% off

5 DAY AUCTION STARTS ON WEDNESDAY

Made from the Earth with natural ingredients that are provided by Mother Nature. Under the layers of paint is a ball that stems from hours, days, weeks of work harvesting and purifying the materials needed for each created ball. How deep and where I dig into the ground determines the process and length of that process. Some clay is hand pulled over 90 feet from the bottom of the lake with a boat anchor, and the following cleaning process is lengthy and tedious. Each natural ingredient added to the clay/dirt after the “cleaning” process strengthens or weakens the ball. There is a delicate balance that took many months to learn. The Japanese call this art form, Hikaru Dorodango. To master the process means you have mastered the art of patience. I believe no truer words were ever spoken.

The ball-making ingredient balance is incredibly important as it’s probable cracks will form, or the ball will simply crumble as it dries, if not done correctly. If the ingredient ratio is accurate, there is less chance of the shell cracking. Once a ball shell cracks, there is no repairing it. Fortunately, or unfortunately, a shovel full of dirt in one spot will not respond the same as a shovel full nearby or at a different depth. I win a few guesses / trials, but I lose a lot as each type of clay, soil, natural debris determines the outcome of each ball. The process’ results are nearly unpredictable and the variables involved means the ancient art is near impossible to master.

Under the layers of paint, each ball is as truly unique and one of a kind as the artwork on the outside. Though these balls are made of “mud” and other natural ingredients, there is a huge learning curb that requires a lot of determination, dedication, problem-solving, patience, and a whole lot of experience.

Each ball is different because they are handmade /shaped by my own hands and made with different natural materials. Thus, each ball is different in color, texture, hardness level, etc. After each ball is painted, I finish each ball with a resin coating to add strength. Not all balls are painted with acrylic. Several are not painted at all and show the beauty of the ingredients beneath the resin.

Each ball is a labor of love that I enjoy. From the intensive and often exhausted finding and harvesting of material, through the extensive ball-making process that takes nearly four weeks of daily shell-making, through the buffing to a shine and coating with resin as added protection and strength. Only then, can the painting begin. These balls can take days to weeks to paint each layer.

The finished product is breakable and should be handled with care. Like all artwork, they are a unique piece of art that should be admired more by the eyes than by the hands.
When asked how much each ball will sell for, I’ve been quoted as low as $80.00 – “$800.00, or more”. Personally, each ball is an experience, a journey that cannot be measured in monetary value.

Written by Lori-Ann
Edited by Autumn Duplisea

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ONLY 5 CODES LEFT!

First come, first serve!

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This painting is only available until 2/16/20

Ohhhh...I sense changes in the air!

Keep your eyes peeled tomorrow morning for discounts!

TONS OF BEAUTIFUL PAINTINGS COMING SOON

Happy New Years! Thank you all for making a successful launch!

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Christmas Discounts and lots of love