Simply Shiny

Ok, so I was perusing some images on flickr tonight and ran across a random picture of a bracelet posed on an acrylic hand. Just like the one I have. The way the plastic appendage was posed made it look VERY much like a member of the Adams family. Remember thing? Ok, so the one at my house is slightly paler.

You compare.. not so distant relatives…hmmmmm

Happy Friday everyone.

The editors of Chic Galleria have posted a feature about Shiny Adornments on their site.

Check it out.

http://chicgalleria.com/women/2008/09/shiny-adornments-wearable-for.php

thanks CG!

One of my intrepid etsy team mates commented last night that the silk flowers I use in my background can detract from the jewelry itself.

An interesting concept that I had not considered. So, I reviewed some of my more recent jewelry photographs, and you know what? She is definitely right. Compare for yourself in the images below. The live greenery definitely looks better right?

What does this mean for me? Well, for one, I’ll be making a short trip to my backyard to pluck unsuspecting greenery for my photo shooting sessions. And two, sigh, I probably need to retake most if not all the photos I’ve already posted with the fake greens. I really need to find a local photographer that will work for cheap.

What are your favorite jewelry photography props? Are you using silk flowers in your photos? What has been you biggest photography prop flop?

I’ve met many very talented artists on etsy in the teams that I belong. I’ll be highlighting them in the coming weeks on my blog.

Today’s profile belongs to Rebecca of labelladesigns.etsy.com, a fellow JET team member.

Etsy shop name: labelladesigns.etsy.com
Name: Rebecca Greenberg
Where else can we find you and your work?: Art shows in the Atlanta, Ga area.
Main website: http://www.labella-designs.com
Location: Alpharetta, Ga

What are your jewelry beginnings? Where did you start and how did you
progress to work you are creating today?
I started making jewelry about 18 months ago. It all started with a basic jewelry-making class at my local bead store {Bead Bayou} and before I knew it I was making jewelry for everyone I knew. Right away I knew this would be more than a hobby and starting reading and taking more classes to learn the techniques I wanted to incorporate into my designs. It is a continuous process and there is always more to learn!

What are your favorite materials?
Sparkly, glitzy gemstones, especially in unusual cuts.

What inspires you?
Fashion, nature, art, music.

How do you describe your design style?
Classic, feminine with a modern twist. Recently I’ve purchased some larger gemstones than usual to expand my designs and to challenge myself.

What artists have influenced you, and how?
Gustav Klimt, his use of color with the gold leaf, the richness of his colors has a gemstone-like quality. Jewelry designer Dana Kellin, I love the simple yet detailed designs.

What advice would you give to an artist just starting out?
Don’t be afraid to try new things. Do a lot of research to learn what’s out there. Create what YOU like!

How do you spend time when you are NOT creating?
At bead shows, of course! I also like being outoors–hiking, kayaking, scuba diving, going to the beach– cooking, painting, playing with my cats.

Where have you been published or profiled?
Capital City Crafts blog
The Fashion Industry Network
Art Addict blog
Etsy Atlanta Blog
[You have to scroll down to see the post about me. Date March 21, 2008}
Brides.com Stay tuned in upcoming weeks for more talented etsy artist profiles from my JET and ABS team members.

Cori has added a very nice write up about me on her blog. She’s a fellow member of the Artisan Beaders Street team on etsy.

http://designsbycori.blogspot.com/2008/08/shiny-adornments-blog-feature.html

 Thanks Cori!