… busily working. I’ve just finished up a collaboration project with Deryn (Mentock) that we hope will be picked up in a future publication. And because of that, of course, I can’t REALLY show you photos just in case. (there is usually a non-disclosure clause. unfortunately.) I can however show you a PIECE of it. That has since changed. I’m terrible when it comes to working within a set of rules. Isn’t after all what being an artist is all about?!? Break down the walls! lol
I received my latest round of eye candy (read : Amazon order) in the mail the other day:
- Ricë Freeman-Zachery’s Living the Creative Life.
- Lynne Perrella’s Art Making, Collections & Obsessions
- Stephanie Lee’s Semiprecious Salvage
Can I just say, “oooo! aaaaaa!” I’m in visual heaven. I’ve only taken a very cursory flip through them, but each seems to have loads and loads of interesting ideas/photos. I want to LIVE in Lynne’s book. Why oh why don’t *I* have all those magnificent collections?!? Stephanie’s makes me want to drop everything and go out to the studio and play with metal and torches. Hell! I’m even keen on making jewellry after seeing this. And Ricë’s will require some more thoughtful reading time.
After this weekend (build week for training), I’m hoping I can get back to some art for ME! Well. Or at least for sale. Stay tuned!
Jen! (The first time I typed your name I accidentally typed, "Hen!") tee hee…
I didn't know that you knew Deryn! I have recently become proud owner of my first Deryn Mentock jewerly and WOW!!! The most gorgeous, beautiful stuff!
Your books sound so good! Hope you enjoy 'em.
S.
This is a luscious looking project. All the best in getting it published because I want to see MORE.
P.S. I've read the first two books on your list and I'm sure you'll love them.
Perfect timing for book reviews, as I sit here armed with 2 Amazon gift certificates, ready to shop. The sneak peek looks intriquing, can't wait to buy THAT book!
Of course, your part in this is absolutely spectacular Jen! Thank you for playing with me!
And I, too, loved Stephanie Lee's book (it's helping me get over my dislike of soldering – and I'm finally taking a class this weekend – my first time since college to solder!). I also have Living the Creative Life and have really been enjoying it . . . and am so sorry I missed you at ArtFest!! Geez, I never did answer your e-mail, did I?? Ack, it's been a little wacky here . . .
Jen jen jen,
Your are such a tease with the eye candy!! I will be lookinglookinglooking for the published version, you can be sure of that.
I agree with you whole heartedly about the two books you mentioned. I own them both and love them both. I thank you for the kind words about my book….just remember, you don't HAVE to make jewelry, per se, to play with the techniques in my book.
Imagine a soldered brass niche for an assemblage… 
yum!
I'd love to see what you come up with if and when….
Oh cool! I really like the neat texture to this one. What is that… glass vials in the drawers? Very awesome
. Thanks for sharing. I hope it makes it into a publication so we can oogle your work there!