Shayli Vere is a Canadian paper artisan and photographer. A recipient of several art, photography, film, media and paper grants, she explores creativity on many levels. In this post I am spotlighting her beautiful pulp painting pieces. The feeling and texture she accomplishes is just beautiful.
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While going through my to-do list today, I noticed that I am still in need of several things if I am to attempt the one thing I’m really dying to try… encaustic painting.
I got my paints quite a while ago from this fabulous Etsy seller, Jaime Ribisi, who herself is a very talented and successful encaustic artist deserving of a post all her own. They are handmade, wonderful quality and in beautiful colours. I got my heatgun, brushes, tools, a few other basic things. But, I can’t for the life of me find an electric griddle pan anywhere on this stupid island. A used one, preferably. Anyone?
Anywho, it got me browsing encaustic artists and that is how I came upon Kathryn Dart, aka kbean on Etsy, and then I said to myself, “self, she would be perfect for your Artist Spot post”.
I just adore the depth and texture you get with wax. Oh please someone find me a griddle pan.
{please excuse my lack of posts the last few days. Had some personal, family stuff going on}
And now I bring you… Works in Progress!
Worksinprogress is a jewelry designer/photographer from North Carolina. She makes lovely, vintage inspired, feminine jewelry. She says she started as a photographer and slowly moved into jewelry making. She is talented in both these mediums. You can find her photography under the name KingdomByTheSea.
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Helena Emmans resides on the Isle of Skye in Scotland and graduated from the Glasgow School of Art with a B.A (Hons) in Design. She says she is inspired by delicate geometric elements found in dandelion clocks, poppy heads and other fragile botanical structures found around where she lives and likes to fuse stylish wear-ability with delicate detailing.
- Silver Stalk Ring -
- Silver Cluster Bud Ring -
- Silver Dandelion Spores Brooch -
I think she has accomplished this beautifully.
Two Goldfinch Found
The Arrival of Spring
Four Lemons
I love her use of colours. Especially on this cloudy, dreary day here in Ireland. Click the images for more of her work or to purchase a print for yourself from her online shop.
Last night while googling “handmade jewellery” in Ireland I came across this truly talented artist based in Cork, Ireland. Her name is Alicia Mannix and she is a metal artist, but in her 10 year career has worked with a variety of materials such as silver, glass, copper, wood and steel.
Her newest silver collection is what caught my eye. Named “Botanicals”, it captures the similarities between natures ephimerial beauty and the human form.
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image property of Alicia Mannix
She is registered with the Crafts Council of Ireland, but from what I can tell does not have an online shop. Her prices range from €26 – €250 and she can be contacted through email: info@alicia.ie or through her beautiful website: www.alicia.ie
She also teaches classes at The PMC Studio in England.
| Artist statement I want my jewellery to be treasured as a handmade item, knowing that each piece has been created uniquely with a lot of care and attention. I want the person the piece adorns to feel the positive energy that has been put into its creation. |
Me: loving it! Check her out.
