Join us at Pipsqueak second chance boutique as we celebrate the Art of Mothering.  Sure to be a night of fun and inspiration with interactive art experiences for kids and adults.  We will feature pregnancy and newborn  photography of Andrea Jones, one of Helena’s most talented photographers.  Also on display will be the belly casting art of Cris Pescosolido.  Traci Palagi, Helena’s only homebirth Midwife, will offer an extraordinary window into the joys of birthing at home, and Valerie Lehman will display her sterling silver fertility goddess jewelry as well.  Plan to bring your whole family to Pipsqueak for a celebration of mothering with yummy treats and drinks for all!

Artist Bios:
Andrea Jones: Andrea Jones opened her studio in downtown Helena in 2006.  Since that time, demand for Andrea's vision has spanned Montana and the northwest United States.  Through dedication, study, and experimentation, Andrea continues to push the boundaries of portrait and lifestyle photography.  In her work, Andrea captures those fleeting moments when personalities are revealed and perfection shines through.  Come view Andrea's favorite images of 2008, the ones that touched her heart and brought tears to her clients' eyes.  Step outside of time with her, and you'll hear the laughter of a reunited family, catch your breath with a bride in anticipation, rejoice and wonder at new life, and, through it all, witness whispers of love.

Cris Pescosolido: Cris Pescosolido of Surface Skin Care offers a variety of services for your skin care needs, and one of the most unique services is the Pregnancy Belly Cast.  Having a belly cast is a beautiful way to remember the wonderful experience of pregnancy in 3D.  Whether it is your 1st, 3rd or 6th child, each cast will become your
own lasting piece of art.

Traci Palagi: Traci Palagi is a Licensed Midwife from Helena. She is a novice photographer with a window into the world of homebirths.  To celebrate "The Art of Birth" Traci will present a short Audio/Visual piece allowing the viewer to see the strength, power, and joy of birthing women.

Valerie Lehman: Valerie Lehman is a silversmith living and creating art in Helena, MT.  Her originally deigned fertility goddesses show her love for the beauty of pregnancy and womanhood.

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