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Artist StatementMy goal is to try and surprise the purchaser or collector of each piece of mine with form function and surface manipulation. At the same time producing a piece of art that is unique bold and colorful. Each piece invites the viewer to touch… Read more

Artist StatementArtist Statement People and trees are much the same Some live their lives in the shadows of their fathers; Others wander far before they take root. Some gather all their strength and face the storm; Others bend with the wind until it passes. Some… Read more

Artist StatementMy creations are made using traditional flameworking techniques with Italian soda-lime glass worked at the molten stage over an oxygen-propane torch flame. Precious metals are often incorporated as well as frit millefiori and stringer detail. Each piece is then kiln annealed for durability. FestivalsGold Coast… Read more

Artist Statement Working with wood has always been a passion of mine. From harvesting the raw materials from fallen trees to applying the final coat of finish is truly an adventure. The pieces I choose appeal to my imagination. On the lathe the wood comes alive… Read more

Artist Statement I was raised in Wisconsin along the beautiful St. Croix River. At the University of Wisconsin I studied art and earned my Bachelors degree. Because of my longing for creative expression I started working with stained glass in 2000 while living in St. Paul… Read more

Artist Statement I employ reclaimed and new components in my jewelry as well as a variety of techniques such as etching torch-fired enamel wire weaving and abstract scribbling. I'm inspired by random shapes of life around me. Festivals Gold Coast Art Fair at Grant Park, Third Ward Art… Read more

Artist StatementMost of the pendants and filigree i use are made new from vintage designs. Other elements are vintage. I like to use antiqued metal to keep the vintage charm and I adjust chain lengths by request at shows. When creating my jewelry I also… Read more

Artist Statement attended Kent State University and The Art Institute of Pittsburgh from which she graduated with a degree in Graphic Arts. In 1996 Linda started LAZ Studios Inc. Linda began painting commercial and residential murals in Ohio Georgia and Florida; Linda has expanded her business… Read more

Artist StatementMy original silver gelatin photographs are created using traditional darkroom techniques. They are captured on 8x10 and 5x7 black and white film. This conventional creation of my artwork allows me to feel completely connected to the process. Each image is individually handmade by me… Read more

Artist Statement Making art brings me happiness and fulfillment. I take much of my inspiration from nature. Both in it's beauty and in the preservation of it. The mediums that I work in are mainly blown and hand cut glass tinned copper and lead. I use… Read more