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Artist StatementI am a second generation sculptor having been trained under my father Frank Niemi (a self taught abstract sculptor and ornamental iron artist). In 1968 at age twelve he taught me how to weld and my love for sculpture began. I received my BFA… Read more

Artist StatementMy inspirations come from everyday life. As I seek to transform nature especially flowers into beautiful pieces of wearable art. My best known work and signature style is the lariat/belt and my hand wired necklaces. I work predominately with stones crystals and silver. Stones… Read more

Artist Statement I use a technique in my work called granulation. This means that all of the patterns in my jewelry are made up of individually placed tiny gold granules that are fused in place. My work combines this technique along with chasing and reppousse to… Read more

Artist Statement Inspired by a love of nature and a desire to contribute to the sustainable earth cause these finger puppets and scarves celebrate our earth's flora and fauna. Created from sheep's wool these items are biodegradable renewable and are made to create an awareness of… Read more

Artist Statement Since my junior high school years sculptures have held an obsessive fascination for me their diverse form volume contour and detail provide a rich and inexhaustible depth of subject. I have been privileged to live in Spain Italy Venezuela Colombia and the United States… Read more

Artist Statement I'm an innovative jewelry designer in the Chicago suburbs. Trained as a metalsmith under renowned professors Fred Fenster and Lisa Gralnick I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Metalsmithing and Photography from the University of Wisconsin - Madison. In addition I've attended courses… Read more

Artist Statement During a time of pain suffering & the passing of my Mom I was exposed to the world of beads and jewelry design. I believe God provided healing through a new love passion & way to honor our relationship. My studio is a place… Read more

Artist StatementMy subject matter consists primarily of rural America and I choose colors and compositions that represent reality but that will also work aesthetically. The images I paint are typically not direct representations of a specific place but more a collection of thoughts feelings and… Read more

Artist Statement I combine High Dynamic Range (HDR) with digital panoramic photo techniques to create large (up to 36 X 96") pieces with stunning clarity and believable - yet somewhat surrealistic - colors." Festivals Art at the Glen Town Center, Chicago Botanic Garden Art Festival, Millennium Art Festival,… Read more

Artist Statement Everything I make is made out of Copper Brass & Stainless Steel. I cut hammer shape & form then braze together. Then I paint each piece with acid to create natural patinas and airbrush custom lacquer finishes. Each sculpture is preserved with a baked… Read more