The Road to the Golden Globes Part III

After I  completed 100 necklaces for the SWAG bags, it was time to create a necklace that will be on display in the GBK Gifting Suite.  Hmm, I knew that I had to choose a representation of my brand and  a creation  that was versatile for any wardrobe. Hmmm, it also had to be bright and vibrant and easy to photograph. YESSSSS, it came to me....a dichroic glass Tree of Life pendant adorned with handmade glass beads. 

As my hands were quite fatigued from creating 100 engraved Tree of Life pendants, I decided to etch my design with acid instead which for me, is a simpler process. The glass was fused and  refined and the pendant was complete.  I then hung it  from leather cord and attached my handmade beads to the  cord!  DONE....I thought, but not quite!  The most important aspect, the presentation was not complete!

I searched for weeks for the exact presentation that would "showcase" my brightly colored Tree of Life necklace, represent my brand, and not compete with my creation.  Also, it had to represent my style, "Artsy, yet sophisticated" and  be a subtle but interesting addition.  FOUND IT!!!! 

 

 

I am thrilled that I was able to choose a necklace that represented who I am as an artist and a display that truly conveys my brand!  Until the next time...I will be "cookin' with glass."

 

 

The Road to the Golden Globes Part I

As a member of The Artisan Group, I have been chosen to make 100 items to be included in the SWAG bag, in addition to a display of my creations at the GPK Gifting Lounge.  Hmmm, as one who often chooses the road less traveled, it was difficult to choose a design which is contemporary yet represents who I am as a glass artist. 

Well, firstly I knew that it would be brightly colored, yet not over powering.  Not fuchsia or teal, I had to consider what colors would Hollywood love to see?  I pondered and decided to play it safe with blues, purples and silver.  Hunting down vibrantly, colored sheets of glass with a subtle pattern took days.

Next the design.  Following my most popular Tree of Life collection seemed like a "safe" and suitable choice.  "Hmmm," I thought, "This is this too ordinary for me.  Let me try a circular pendant with a Tree of Life.   That's it! 

Dichroic glass, a functioning kiln, new glass cutters, a dremel, bails and glue were all on hand.  YES!  I was ready to create!