American Made the Island Way!

American Made, the Island Way!

I recently made the trek to Atlanta to the Merchandise Mart, you know… Where America Shops! Unfortunately, I found very little that “America”, as in the good ole
U. S. of A., actually made! It was terribly disappointing, to say the least. Everywhere you look, it’s, Made in China – from Sea to shining Sea; New York to Key West,
San Francisco to Savannah, even Cozumel to Nassau – it’s all the same! A person can find very little that’s manufactured in a land, at the very moment, upon which are planted one’s own two feet!

Years ago, we invited a Savannah doll maker to the gallery for a “doll signing” event. The artisan was on hand, signing her beautiful creations; each exquisite porcelain doll made from her own design. Things were going along quite smoothly, until one lady stormed back in with her recently signed doll. “This doll is Made in China”, exclaimed the lady, in total disgust and indignation! The formerly petite, and unassuming woman, suddenly bore a scary resemblance to the incredible hulk! “I want my money back”, she screeched, her green eyes bulging crimson red! “I understood that YOU, “were a local Artist, nose to nose with the poor little doll maker! I expected my doll to be made in Savannah, Georgia; Not from the savanna rice paddy regions of China! Yikes, to say the least, we were all a bit mortified! The tag did actually read,
MADE IN CHINA! Why and just how can such a thing happen!

It’s usually a genuinely “good” thing when an Artist’s work gets picked up by a company to use in the manufacturing process of their goods and services. The Artist typically receives payment and continuing royalties for the use of his or her own designs on various manufactured products. The problem is that most companies seek the cheapest form of manufacturing for their products; it’s simply a “bottom line” decision. And, just where do you think most companies turn for the cheapest labor and manufacturing… China, of course!

Believe it or not, in a “Free Market System”, we use our money as a means to actually cast our Vote for specifically whose goods and services we desire to be available for sale in America! I recently heard it put quite nicely: “The more money we spend on products from China, India, Mexico, and so on, the more of those products we will see in our stores. And, by buying those products the money enters their economy, and doesn't stay in the U.S.A.” That's why so many of us constantly, reinforce buying local; it keeps the money in the local economy – to the contrary, buying Chinese products sends money to the Chinese economy.”

Among our 100 Local Artists, the Atlantic Beacon Gallery still represents the work of three or four artists who have “made it big” so to speak. We’ve met them, we know their work, and we’re proud of the fact that they have found such great success! However, most of what we have is made right here in the good old USA; and more specifically on Tybee and nearby vicinities. So, the next time you’re shopping around town, be sure to cast your VOTE for the U.S.A.! Pick up the item and look for that “Made in America” tag; and if you happen to be shopping in the Atlantic Beacon Gallery, or Hall of Frames, pick up a piece of pottery, stained glass, ornament, pillow, painting, print, picture frame, perhaps even your grand baby’s portrait! How about a purse, some out door Art, a Marti Gras Mask, witty sign, scarf, necklace, painted furniture, window, wall plaque, pillow, beer mug, wine or martini glass, etc… and look for the tag with the words; American Made, the Island Way! You’ll have cast a definitive Vote for your money to stay right here at home! …And just like the “California almond growers” said, please - shop with us once a week, that’s all we ask; and, “We Thank You For Your Support!”

:) Debbie & Mark Robinson, and our wonderful Artists & Staff!

Stroke of the Artist, Second Saturday!

Atlantic Beacon Gallery introduces, 'Stroke of the Artist, Second Saturday'! Join us, and watch our Artists work! Each 2nd Saturday of the month, local Artists will be on location creating their Art. Come on out and Ship, Sip, & Shop for great Art, and Unique hand crafts & gifts - island made, the American way!

Atlantic Beacon Gallery
Local Art & Gifts, &
Hall of Frames
custom framing & shipping center
1604 Butler Ave., downtown Tybee
(at Hwy 80's End)
786-9386
http://tybeeartist.blogspot.com/

On the Sixth Day of Christmas...

Sherri Simmons found the Partridge,

on a turtle!

Atlantic Beacon Gallery's
Twelve Days of Christmas,continues...

Here's the next clue...

On the Sixth Day of Christmas,
My True Love Gave to me....
Six Geese A Flying...
Take 25% OFF
Local Artist, Mike Carter's,
flyng Geese, or his fabulous
Shore bird carved wooden sculptures!
Thurs, Dec 18th, ONLY!
The 6th day of Christmas!
Or... be the first to
find the Partridge in a ? and
get the item the partridge is on for Free!

Sherri Simmons
found the Partridge, on a turtle,
during her
Ship & Shop Spree -
making her the Big Winnner
on Wed., the 5th Day of Christmas!

Sherri, shown above with her prize -
a fabulous fused glass turtle!
And, Mark Robinson, owner of
Hall of Frames
Custom Framing and Ship & Shop!

Sherri came in to Ship a package to an ailing friend;

spent a little "Ship & Shop" time; and found the hidden Partridge!
a Win-Win for All!

Ship & Shop!

with us; it's a whole lot of fun!
at
Hall of Frames &
the Atlantic Beacon Gallery!

Who'll be the 6th Day of Christmas Winner?
Watch for specials every day throughout the
Twelve Days of Christmas -
And yep, Each Day, the Special gets A Little $Brighter!

FREE PARKING THROUGH DECEMBER 30TH!
786-9386
http://tybeeartist.blogspot.com/
www.atlanticbeacongallery.com

Debbie Brady Robinson
Mark D. Robinson

We Appreciate Your Business!

On the Fith Day of Christmas, My true Love...

Ivy Inveninato - the Fourth Day of Christmas Winner!

Atlantic Beacon Gallery's
Twelve Days of Christmas,continues...
Ready for the next clue?
On the Fifth Day of Christmas,
My True Love Gave to me....
Fine, Golden Things...

Take 50% OFF
Any Gold Charm!

Wed, Dec 17th, ONLY!
The 5th day of Christmas!

Or... be the first to
find the Partridge in a ? and
get the item the partridge is on for Free!

(Nope, not in a pear tree; it was on the Egret!)

Ivy Inveninato, is
the Fourth Day of Christmas Winner!
Ivy won a beautiful ($50 Value) Ceramic Egret

(Ivy has named her Egret, "Ella")
Congrats, Ivy!!

And Thanks again to Judy Ouzts, (Sunday's) winnner - the 2nd Day of Christmas, for our new Marketing slogan:

Ship & Shop!

come on out and Ship & Shop with us;
it's a whole lot of fun!
at
Hall of Frames &
the Atlantic Beacon Gallery!

and we might just take Judy up on her
other suggestion, too;
Ship, Sip & Shop!!
What a great idea, Judy; How Tybee can we be!

Who'll be the 5th Day of Christmas Winner?

Watch for specials every day throughout the
Twelve Days of Christmas -
And yep, you guessed it -

Each Day, the Special gets A Little $Brighter!

FREE PARKING THROUGH DECEMBER 30TH!

Ship And Shop Center

Monday's Winner!

Judy Found the Partridge; No, it wasn't in a Pear Tree!!

Judy Ouzts, of Papa's Bar-B-Q!

Judy won a print - $35 Value! Congrats, Judy!!

The Atlantic Beacon Gallery's
Twelve Days of Christmas,continues...
It's time for the next clue,
On the Fourth Day of Christmas,
My True Love Gave to me....
For All Your Shipping Needs,

Take 15% OFF
One Ship and Pack Service!

Tuesday, Dec 16th, ONLY!
The 4th day of Christmas!

Or... be the first to
find the partridge in a ? and
get the item the partridge is on for Free!
(hint:it's still not in a pear tree!)

Judy Ouzts won a print - $35 Value!
Congrats, Judy!!

And... Thank you Judy, for the new Marketing slogan:

Ship & Shop!

at the
Hall of Frames &
Atlantic Beacon Gallery!
and we might just take Judy up on her other idea;
Sip, Ship & Shop!!
How Tybee can we be!

Will You Be the Fourth Day of Christmas Winner?

Watch for specials every day throughout the
Twelve Days of Christmas -
Each Day, the Special gets A Little $Brighter!

FREE PARKING THROUGH DECEMBER 30TH!
786-9386
http://tybeeartist.blogspot.com/
www.atlanticbeacongallery.com

Debbie Brady Robinson
Mark D. Robinson

The Twelve Days of Christmas, Atlantic Beacon Gallery Sales & Fun

"The Shell Collector"

by Master Impressionist, Marcos Blahove

The Atlantic Beacon Gallery's

Twelve Days of Christmas,continues...
It's time for the next clue,

On the Third Day of Christmas,
My True Love Gave to me....
'Oui', French Impressionists!

and a Percentage off a Gift for thee...

Take 15% OFF
any one,

Impressionistic style Original Painting or Print
by one of our supremely gifted artists
who paint in a similar style to the French impressionists,
such as:
world renowned master impressionist,

Marcos Blahove;

and the very talented - Tricia Burr, Sue Gouse,

or yours truly, Debbie Brady Robinson

Monday, Dec 15th, ONLY!
The 3rd day of Christmas!

Or... be the first to
find the partridge on a ? and
get the item the partridge is on for Free!
(hint:it's still not in a pear tree!)

Sat, the 1st Day of Christmas, winner - won an item valued at $10

: ( Sun, the 2nd Day of Christmas, No Winner- item value $24

Mon, the 3rd Day of Christmas - item value $35
Who'll be the 3rd Day of Christmas Winner?

Watch for specials every day throughout the
Twelve Days of Christmas -
Each Day, the Special gets A Little Brighter!

FREE PARKING THROUGH DECEMBER 30TH!
786-9386
www.atlanticbeacongallery.com

Tybee's Shop and Stroll was a BIG HIT!

Yesterday, locals came out in full support of Tybee's island wide "Shop and Stroll"! Special thanks to eveyone who made the event such a great success! I appreciate our own

Atlantic Beacon Gallery artists; Tricia Smith Burr, Sue Gouse, and Jim Chirbas who created beautiful Art (plein-air style) at the easel while customers watched and enjoyed! The whole event was such a hit that we , at The Atlantic Beacon Gallery & Hall of Frames, have decided to extend the Sale and 20% discount

(on select Art, Gifts, & Shipping) through today, Sunday Dec. 07, 2008!

Thank you to everyone

who shopped and patronized Tybee's businesses!