Yesterday I attended the 6th Annual North East Educational Conference 2010 sponsored by The Association of Design Education. This very well attended event took place at the Hilton Garden Inn in Glastonbury CT. It was very informative and fun. I spent time with old friends, made lots of wonderful new ones and I have so many new ideas for my business that I can't wait to put into action!
Each year ADE brings us the best of the best in seminars and workshops on various topics related to interior redesign, decorating, staging and business development. MATTHEW MEAD was this year's keynote speaker. He is a celebrity lifestyle and entertaining expert, an absolute creative genius AND one of the kindest souls you would ever want to meet!
Matthew Mead, has authored numerous books, is a columnist for ivillage.com and is a contributor to many publications including, Better Homes & Gardens, Real Simple, In Style Weddings, Victoria, Celebrate, Do it Yourself, and Country Living. He also frequently contributes to the Discovery Channel & HGTV. Go here for a complete list of his very impressive credentials. Go to www.MatthewMeadSyle.com to view his work.
I enjoyed listening to him talk about his creative process, his photography and his intense appreciation for all things beautiful. Matthew describes his 9,000 sq. ft. warehouse filled with furniture and home decor accessories, as his "design laboratory" where he is constantly experimenting with color, shape, texture and light. He is very passionate about sharing his discoveries with his many followers and fans ....
In his latest book, Entertaining Simple Matthew shares the secret to "stylish, easygoing parties that are wonderfully simple--and simply wonderful!"
Matthew is co-editor of Flea Market Style, a decorating & lifestyle magazine, which is all about "creating and feathering your nest with style, thrift and ingenuity".
He will be coming out with a new "book-azine" in late October 2010 where he will be offering inspiration for the Christmas holiday season. Check out his Holiday with Matthew Mead blog.
Matthew Mead is a truly gifted artist, writer and speaker. I had the pleasure of meeting his wife, who had come along to assist with the presentation. What a special couple! They are very different indeed, yet they seem to complement each other so perfectly. I know first hand how difficult it can be to in business with your spouse ... I'd sure LOVE to know their secret.
The Association of Design Education is dedicated to promoting excellence in the field of specialized design education by offering continuing education and ongoing support to today's design professionals. For more information about the Association of Design Education conferences and programs email: info@associationofdesigneducation.com.
In future posts I will be sharing more about what I learned from the other great speakers! Stay tuned ....
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