by Cynthia Tinapple on January 20, 2009 · 1 comment
I like that this polymer clay Obama by Rosemary Squire comes from beyond our borders as people all over the world celebrate with us on inauguration day.
Squire is a UK-based illustrator who creates three dimensional illustrations. In 2008 she received the British Association of Illustrators’ Critic Award. Her models are created using polymer clay, wire, found objects, and cloth, which are then digitally photographed for illustration.
Rosemary’s work is influenced by her close observation of people and their quirks and her politically inspired pieces in particular add a light hearted touch to otherwise serious subjects.
While she doesn’t toot her horn very loudly on her own blog, others like Lost At E Minor sing her praises. Enjoy the day.
by Cynthia Tinapple on January 19, 2009 · 2 comments
It’s going to be a heartwarming, celebratory couple of days here in the U.S. and in that spirit read River Wolfe’s story about her Obama jewelry made from the polymer clay cane pictured here. River has been making and selling jewelry in Ohio for 15 years.
“When you wear a bracelet, or a necklace that shares the message of hope, peace, victory or love you just feel good inside,” she says. Serendipity surrounded her art. The story includes sales to celebrities, a gift for Michelle Obama and a hug from the President himself.
by Cynthia Tinapple on January 16, 2009 · 4 comments
Tarapat van Gulik, from Thailand, and her husband Hans have just launched their website, ThaiflowerArt.com and I thought a burst of spring color could be rejuvenating – like the seed catalogs that arrive at this time of year.
The Guliks’ site showcases Tarapat’s realistic works which are produced in the Netherlands where the couple now live.
Most flower artists use Luna clay from Japan, an air-drying version similar to Lumina clay. The Guliks’ sell their own clay and their site contains pages and pages of techniques, tools and tutorials that apply to polymer clay as well.
While I have not often featured clay flowers, there’s a growing audience for this craft and you can see more at several additional sites like Suphattra and LilyCharter. Earlier I touched on Ravivan Petchprepa’s work as well. Have a warm weekend.
by Cynthia Tinapple on January 15, 2009 · 8 comments
You’ve probably noticed that I’ve been crazy for hearts and steampunk lately. Christi Friesen has combined those two themes into one free tutorial on her site. I couldn’t resist bringing it to your attention.
I’ve spent the day watching the snow and fretting about Noblesse Oblige Award that Valerie Aharoni bestowed on me. Rather than be embarrassed and shy (my aw shucks mode), I’ll share with you what this blog is about and give you some tips for getting your work noticed online.
The Award
Over 15 years ago in a seminar, I off-handedly came up with my personal mission statement which is, “Find beauty, share beauty.” Since a mission statement is supposed to consist of seven words, someone suggested that I add, “and accessorize well.”
There you have it. My simple blog intent was composed on a whim before blogs were invented. All sorts of plans were set in motion with that mission statement. Finding and sharing beauty is my bottom line. Read more about the award…
I like that this polymer clay Obama by Rosemary Squire comes from beyond our borders as people all over the world celebrate with us on inauguration day.
