Mikol, Geoffrey
Artist Statement
Festivals
Spring Festival of Fine Craft Oakbrook Center
Media
Booth Numbers
Spring Festival of Fine Craft Oakbrook Center: 15
Barrington Art Festival: TBA
Promenade of Art: TBA
Buffalo Grove Art Festival: TBA
Southport Art Festival: TBA
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Wendy Wilkerson
Artist Statement
Art has always been at the center of my life. When I was very young, I would trace images, becoming familiar with the graceful lines, form and space. Mainly through self-taught studies, art became my profession, my expression and my joy.
Now, for over a… Read more
Zwier, Maureen
Artist Statement
The term Mandala is Sanskrit meaning “essence”. It may also be translated as “completion” or “circle”. A mandala is usually a concentric diagram used to draw the eye, or self, inward. The mandalas I have created are computer manipulations of photographs. All of the… Read more
Xerri, Jennifer M
Artist Statement
I knit/crochet fiber wearables & accessories. I use my own patterns and create my own designs incorporating vintage buttons and a wide variety of materials, I enjoy mixing colors in unusual ways to create depth, texture and one of a kind pieces that are… Read more
Thomas, Lori
Artist Statement
In the 15 or so years that I’ve been making jewelry, my work has evolved through different materials and styles. My latest adventure is in discovering the wonders of copper! I love the endless possibilities it offers and the versatility of its… Read more
Thiagarajan, Bala
Artist Statement
Born and brought up in India, I have a passion for colors and patterns that are inspired by the Indian culture. I love to explore texture in different mediums. My recent works of henna-inspired designs, Mandalas and fractal-based Kolams are my attempt to capture… Read more
Schmidt, Kathrin
Artist Statement
Each pearl is individually designed by first outlining the intended pattern and then applying wax to the outline. The wax pattern is removed and used to cast the pattern in silver or gold. In this process, the biggest challenge is to account for expansion… Read more
Rivera, Carlos
Artist Statement
I use acrylics upon transparent vinyl as a canvas building multiple layers in a reverse step process then present the opposite side once completed.
Festivals
Spring Festival of Fine Craft Oakbrook Center
Media
Booth Numbers
Spring Festival of Fine Craft: 7
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Parisi, Nicole
Artist Statement
I’ve been designing jewelry since childhood and have been passionate about art and fashion as far back as I can remember. As a singer/songwriter, I also have an immense love for music, one of my biggest sources of inspiration. My love for classic and… Read more