Barbee’s Wearable Works

by Cynthia Tinapple on February 29, 2008 · 20 comments

By the end of last week, you could spot Meisha Barbee’s work on the neck of many Synergy shoppers. She combines simple canes and soothing colors in graphic ways with subtle textures woven in. The modern minimalist design continues through her findings. The harmony and detail in these pieces make them very pleasing to wear.

Since Meisha has no web site (her studio and shop are in the Spanish Village Art Center in San Diego, CA), I’ve assembled a few pictures here. Her brothers are glass artists and they urged her to enter her work in the Niche competition which she and Loretta Lam won earlier this month. Have yourself a winning weekend.

Meisha Barbee
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Lunes February 29, 2008 at 9:04 am

Oh wow – how I do wish I had been there. I just love the colours, design and feel that these pendants offer. My studio is currently closed for renovation work but it just makes me want to get my sleeves rolled up and designing again…..

Katie Way February 29, 2008 at 9:53 am

My Meisha purchase is wrapped around my neck right now.I remember standing by her table for a long time at the Synergy Gallery trying to decide on just one. I loved them all! I was drawn to her color pallette! Great work!

Elizabeth Bonura February 29, 2008 at 1:41 pm

I LOVED everything she made! It was so great seeing it in person at Synergy… Great Style!

Hollie Mion February 29, 2008 at 5:57 pm

Mine was on my neck for the trip home, and then the next day. A couple of strangers even commented on it. It is very pleasing to wear, as Cynthia says.

OK Meisha, when can we look for earrings?

Cindy Walcott February 29, 2008 at 6:49 pm

I want to touch! Love those colors, and the simplicity.

Lisa Clarke March 1, 2008 at 12:36 am

I enjoyed meeting Meisha on the line for coffee the first morning of the conference and chatting about stripes. I love her style.

Laurie Mika March 1, 2008 at 3:03 am

I loved Meisha’s designs and was happy to hear that she was a fellow San Diegan! She has a wonderful touch with both her colors and her shapes. Both she and Loretta are deserving winners of the Niche award.

Libby Mills March 2, 2008 at 9:06 am

Meisha’s work is delightful. I am one of her many happy customers at Synergy too. I love how she can take simple elements and make something fresh and fantastic.

Alison Gallant March 3, 2008 at 9:08 am

I also took ages to decide which pendant to buy and am very happy with my choice. So is my daughter and she whisked it off my neck when we visited her after returning to the UK and didn’t return it! I love the colour combinations, texture and design.

Maureen Thomas March 3, 2008 at 4:48 pm

Meisha’s display at the Synergy Gallery was very simple, which allowed the work to stand out. The “less is more” philosophy really works for her; she lets beautiful colors and simple design speak for themselves. Awesome!

Garlinda Price March 11, 2008 at 10:35 pm

WOuld like to purchase a necklace. What is the cost and how do i reach the artist? Thank you.

victoria angelica September 12, 2009 at 5:44 pm

ESTA GALERIA ESTA PRECIOSA FELICIDADES???????

VICTORIA ANGELICA December 1, 2009 at 8:04 pm

que hermoso!!!!!!!!!!!!

victoria angelica May 26, 2010 at 11:46 am

todos tus trabajos una belleza……..

emma penn August 28, 2010 at 4:21 pm

Please can you add me to your newsletter.

Many Thanks
Emma

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