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Artist Statement My goal is to capture the beauty of the world that is all around us and evoke an emotion in my viewer. The primary media I've chosen to present my photographs is metal. The non-porous nature of the metal results in a high-definition feel… Read more

Artist StatementInspired by the idea that art isn't something you should leave at home these limited edition handbags and evening bags are woodburned in detail painted with acrylics and outfitted with the finest hardware available. They are hand assembled and hand lined with matching fabrics.… Read more

Artist Statement I deconstructs and reconstructs layers of roofing tar plaster found objects metals symbols rich acrylic colors and words to create inspirational and emotionally driven 2D to 3D paintings. My focus is to encourage the viewer to act upon their hidden passions and dreams. Sometimes… Read more

Artist Statement My love of fiber and fashion can be seen in my work. I take loose wool silk and yarn and wet felt them into a durable fabric. The process of wet felting uses warm water soap and agitation which causes the loose wool fibers… Read more

Artist Statement My technique is called eglomise a French term meaning reverse painting on glass. Festivals Art at the Glen Town Center, The Art Center's Festival of Fine Craft, Gold Coast Art Fair at Grant Park, Glencoe Festival of Art, Port Clinton Art Festival Media 2D: Glass Booth Numbers Art at the Glen… Read more

Artist Statement Handcarved wooden tables chairs stools vases and more. Made from root/drift wood structures of teak and cedar trees. All reclaimed woods. All work is made naturally never using any chemicals. My technique is original by using and preserving the natural beauty and shapes that… Read more

Artist Statement I have spent 35 years experimenting with jewelry making techniques. My present method is to make a line drawing of a design on my cumputer. I etch that design into a photopolymer plate which was created for art print making. It can be etched… Read more

Artist Statement I think of my jewelry as a way to make people who wear it happy and feeling good about themselves. When I create a piece I am very drawn toward a symmetrical design I suppose primarily because it feels balanced which I am constantly… Read more

Artist Statement The soft breeze a magnificent sky the cool water.....All elements that drive my creativity along with a light touch of the paintbrush feeling of peace and sense of place. As a child of the Great Lakes I grew up with a landscape of water… Read more

Artist Statement I combine fresh perspectives with bold colors and striking compositions to create visually distinct images of Chicagos iconic skyline cityscapes and landmarks. Many of these images represent aerial photography captured from helicopters and skyscraper rooftops Festivals Barrington Art Festival, Millennium Art Festival, Gold Coast Art Fair… Read more