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Old 2011-11-07, 8:51pm
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Default Big thank you to Brent Graber "Mr. Smiley"

Just wanted to let everyone know that I flew out to Yachats, Oregon from Cincinnati this past weekend to take a class on implosions giving by Brent Graber. I was a bit hesitant at first to fly and drive such a long distance, but the moment I met Brent I knew it was worth all the travel. Brent taught me more in two days then I have learned in the past two years. He is truly a class act and one heck of a teacher. After spending five minutes with him you felt like you were part of the family. It is truly refreshing that there is an individual out there that teaches you how to achieve more then you thought was possible. He had me making fairly good flower implosions almost immediately. If you ever have the chance to go see Brent do not hesitate he is a fantastic individual and is one of a kind. I'll post some pics when I get a chance of "before Brent" and "after Brent." Pam from glasshive stopped by, what a great gal.

P.S. he makes awesome lunch, and the beach it footsteps away
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Old 2011-11-09, 7:15am
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It was a pleasure meeting you Bob and I have similar feelings about you my friend... you are a great addition to the family and you are welcome here any time... I hope you can bring your wife and show her what Oregon is all about... thanks for the kind words and thanks a bunch for being part of the first class here... you made it memorable and it was an honor having you...
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I'm so happy for you Bob!!! I'm glad you got to take a class with our newest glassy "transplant" He is Hell on wheels with glass, I've never met him, but have drooled over his work since I started!!!
Brent....be on the look out, seems this spring, Cher and I may be paying you a visit
Looking forward to before and after pictures!!
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It was nice meeting you Bob.
Brent is dubomb A.

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He is THE best teacher and his work is to die for. Love that guy!!!
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Old 2011-11-10, 2:10pm
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Totally agree.
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Ditto to all that's been said so far. Brent is a great teacher- not to be missed-and cause there's no place like home, in his new studio, teaching and learning is augmented by lots of smiles, and a heaping bowl of Oregon hospitality served along side great cooking! What a guy
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You definitely went to the right guy!
My first boro class was with Brent in Asheville.
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Old 2011-11-13, 5:34pm
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Thanks so much for your kindness and support... I love y'all and I'm honored to be able to help such awesome glass workers!
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Old 2011-11-25, 8:22pm
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Check out the last page of the show and tell (boro room, i just posted the best one i just did today) and this will show everyone what a fantastic teacher Brent is.
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