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Artist StatementFor over 2000 years mankind has been playing with metal rings and linking them together ring by ring with two pairs of pliers. I've updated the conventional view of chainmaille by using a bold color palette and interesting geometric shapes and patterns not restricted… Read more

Artist Statement The main body of my work consists of taking the photo in color then eliminate digitally all the color except a focal point accent or subject matter to give the photo a handpainted look only instead giving the true color of the shot. Read more

Artist Statement I design and construct decorative and functional stained glass art incorporating metal sculptural pieces sand etched glass fused and reclaimed glass. The finished piece is assembled using the copper foil method. Festivals Art at the Glen Town Center, Buffalo Grove Art Festival, Gold Coast Art Fair… Read more

Artist Statement Nicole Renee Ryans art is influenced by her fascination with human perception of the natural world both imagined and real. She has a BA in Psychology from Washington & Jefferson College. She focuses on the magical qualities stories about the future and the past… Read more

Artist StatementMy unique process of kilnforming allows me to interact with my medium using an array of exciting insightful rich and muted hues in controlled heat. Using advanced techniques I play with the glass while it is moving through its melted state at 1700 degrees… Read more

Artist StatementI treat the patterns or figure in these beautiful woods the same way a painter uses the colors and textures in the paint medium to express his artistic vision. Chests & boxes sculpted out of solid hardwoods merge function curvaceous lines and fine woodworking.… Read more

Artist Statement My jewelry is created from eathenware clay. It is developed in two steps. First each piece is hand rolled impressioned and kiln fired. The next step is my favorite- colorfully underglazing each piece to be visually interesting pieces of neck art. The work I… Read more

Artist Statement I earned my BA in Art History in 1963 from the College of William and Mary so I am trained classically in art as to design and the evolution of design. I design and make each piece directly in the metals I use Sterling… Read more

Artist StatementI have been designing and making jewelry for 7 years. My jewelry is made with sterling silver and antique brass metals with mixed media beads including: ceramic glass and semi-precious stones. Wire-work is prevalent in my pieces in delicate patterns with beautiful natural colored… Read more

Artist StatementMultiple layers of acrylic paint applied to canvas or board using brushes knives rags etc. to create a wide range of texture and color. FestivalsGold Coast Art Fair at Grant Park, Port Clinton Art Festival MediaPainting: Acrylic Paint Booth NumbersGold Coast Art Fair at Grant Park: TBAPort… Read more