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Artist Statement Magnificent stained glass is mounted onto custom-made plywood/plexiglass guitar forms (full scale or larger); then accessorized with mosaic tiles metals etc.; and lastly grouted: Plywood/plexiglass cut by band saw to desired guitar style and sizing. Main guitar face and tuner peg pieces are cut… Read more

Artist StatementAs a child I watched my grandfather in admiration as he worked metal into beautiful little creations. A reserved man he would sit on his bed for hours soldering tiny pieces of silver with a torch in his hand. The pieces he created were… Read more

Artist Statement Trees inspire realistic and fantasy forests in my work. My paintings capture texture and structure of growing trees in different atmospheric conditions especially as light and color evolve through the seasons. My work includes traditional realistic landscapes as well as the vibrant and sinuous… Read more

Artist Statement The primary focus of my jewelry is always the stones so designs tend to be clean and minimalist with the intent of providing a frame for the stones in each one-of-a-kind piece using sterling silver gold and other metals. The jewelry and cabochons are… Read more

Artist Statement Most of my photographs were taken in the moving clouds and mist which result in strong pictorial effects. They express the exquisite and tranquility of nature. I try to merge the tradition with the modern the East with the West. The more you look… Read more

Artist Statement I focus on making large scale wheel thrown stoneware vessels and sculpture. All are fired to cone 10 in a gas soda kiln. Festivals Barrington Art Festival, Promenade of Art, Chicago Botanic Garden Art Festival, The Art Center's Festival of Fine Craft Media 3D Non-Functional: Ceramics Booth Numbers Barrington Art… Read more

Artist Statement I am a jewelry designer gemologist and gem buyer. I have a true passion for color and gemstones. The gemstones I pick for my jewelry are of fine quality beautiful and set in 18K white yellow or rose gold. My designs are bold and… Read more

Artist Statement We create unique art pieces with historical value. We set bronze and silver coins from ancient Greek and Roman periods into jewelry to craft a distinctive piece of wearable art that is also an artifact from the ancient world. We create the jewelry utilizing… Read more

Artist StatementWe are sisters handcrafting interchangeable jewelry components from vintage and antique treasures. Pendants created from antique optometrist lenses carefully en-capsule tiny treasures we cut and layer from vintage and antique greeting cards and postcards. Hours are spent on each design before a sprinkling of… Read more

Artist Statement I enjoy the landscapes and architecture of the college campuses. Festivals Barrington Art Festival Media 2D: Drawing Booth Numbers Barrington Art Festival: TBA Read more