SO Art Studio

Finally some new metalworks

SO Art Studio — Sat, 11 May 2013 03:21:53 +0000

Well there is one really good thing about the warm days we have had in the Pacific Northwest, besides that wonderful sun and heavenly warmth! It means I have been able to dip my toe into the Copper creation pool earlier than normal. Yes, I broke out the torch, set up the table and firing easel and went to town on these bits of copper… each one is only 6″x6″ but grouped they are wonderful, if I do say so myself… Only one is up in my shop so far, but the rest will be there soon… Here is a preview…

Copper Treasures Collection

SO Art Studio — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 04:45:52 +0000

I was perusing jewelry on Etsy as I am prone to do on a pretty regular basis. I love handmade, mine and that of others… I found so many yummy copper pieces that I just could not resist picking my favorites. So here is what I came up with, and I am so tempted by the copper flower earrings. In fact, I was tempted by many creations in her shop. Here is the collection, enjoy the beauties!!!

Juliet Jewelry Design

Copperry fields

Telaformos

Willow Creek

Lauren Bileks Jewelry

The Honeymooners Collection!

SO Art Studio — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:29:44 +0000

I great collection of Ideas for Gifts for the Honeymooner! Click here to see the whole collection!

How to make a twisted wire bracelet

SO Art Studio — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 03:29:39 +0000

Thanks to Dave Gilmore who shot this video when I was doing a demonstration at our local Artist gathering this month.

Coco Chanel Homage Collection

SO Art Studio — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:00:10 +0000

It is really inspiring to think that Coco Chanel is impacting designers today, almost as much as she has in the past. As the founder of Chanel she was a fashion designer that made a profound impact on not only the fashion of her day, but for generations to come. Some her most famous contributions to fashion were the classic Chanel Suit, The Chanel bag, and costume jewelry fashioned after diamond and platinum creations. Probably the most well known is the “little black dress” which is considered a fashion essential to this day. I have culled Etsy to complete my homage to Chanel and have found jewelry a well as home decor. Her quotes are some of my personal favorites.

Coco Chanel Homage Collection

The Egyptian Goddess Collection

SO Art Studio — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 02:39:37 +0000

Since the first tombs of Tutankhamen were discovered, the world has been fascinated by Egypt and Egyptian culture. The colors and the designs and the mythology that surrounds the pyramids tells an unending story of intrigue, romance and history. I went on a search of artists that pay homage to the designs and mythology of ancient Egypt and was lucky enough to find some beautiful hand made jewelry that would make a Goddess proud. Clicking on the title of any of the images below will take you to the artist, where you can see more views of the jewelry and other items they have created.

Handpainted Earrings Collection

SO Art Studio — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 04:22:43 +0000

I went looking for some hand painted earrings and was pleasantly surprised by what I found!

Check out this collection of beauties!

Ghost Horse a Metalwork

SO Art Studio — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 04:28:53 +0000

One of my latest metalworks is one I call Ghost Horse.

I don’t usually do figurative work, but I wanted to create a piece for an upcoming show, which was being held in a Horse barn (a VERY large one) and I decided to do a horse. Since my creative technique is to do my carving freehand, I knew I would need to make my hand familiar with the shape of a horse. I began by looking at and sketching different horses. After about 15 of them, I decided that I just wanted to do a head, and thought then I could do something that fit my style. I started with the head and jaw, which I carved very carefully. Then I went wild with the mane of the horse . After I fired the work, it needed contrast. That is when I decided to silver the head of the horse. When I was done, I looked at the horse and immediately thought, This is a Ghost Horse!

You can see this artwork and some of my others in my Etsy shop… SOARTSTUDIO

Spring Earring Collection

SO Art Studio — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 21:48:29 +0000

Earrings are an essential accessory for spring

Salt air, Lake air, camping, hiking, running… bracelets and necklaces are not always the easiest to wear when we become more active when Spring rolls around. Earrings are a simple alternative or addition to complete your look as you head into spring this year.

Pulled back and upswept hair are standards for spring and summer, and the addition of a good earring is essential. You can make a statement or keep it simple, it depends on your style. Below you can find some great picks for Spring earrings, that give you that pop of color or a more simple silhouette.

Click on images to see more by any artist.

The Handmade Ring Collection

SO Art Studio — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 03:23:59 +0000

A couple of years back large, blingy rings, began to appear in the accessory landscape. This year, the more beads on a ring or the bigger the ring, the better. Many are wearing several quite large rings on one hand and on occasion on one finger. They make quite a statement and there are such a collection of really lovely rings, that I decided to find handmade rings, created by jewelry artists, that would be great adds to anyones accessories drawer. Click on any image to see more…

SO Art Studio

Finally some new metalworks

Copper Treasures Collection

The Honeymooners Collection!

How to make a twisted wire bracelet

Coco Chanel Homage Collection

Coco Chanel Homage Collection

The Egyptian Goddess Collection

Cleopatra Mosaic Earrings – 24k Gold Vermeil, Lapis, Ruby, Emerald and… By Jewelyett

Stunning “Isis, Goddess of Renewal” Gold Necklace – Garnet … By 7ImpossibleThings

Scarab Necklace Sterling Silver By maidstonelanejewelry

TURQUOISE DAGGER Statement Necklace, With Free Shipping By TonyArmato

Sterling Silver Eye of Horus / Ra Egyptian Revival Pendant with Ruby- … By SwankMetalsmithing

One of a Kind Egyptian revival Necklace Hathor Sekmet Wadjet By jewelgasm

Steampunk Evil Eye Necklace Egyptian Revival By oscarcrow

Fine Silver Egyptian Scarab Pendant, Artisan Handmade from Recycled …By SilverWishes

OOAK Egyptian Mythology Necklace – Copper, Sterling Silver And Carneli…By Mocahete

Solid Sterling Silver Anatomical Human Eye Egyptian By StandishSilver

Long Egypt Style Vermeil Gold and Sapphire Earrings By gorgeous

Ancient Egyptian Ankh – Howlite and Silver By TheDreamsofIsis

Falcon Necklace – Wood pendant – sterling silver pendant – Egyptian … By ValerieTyler

Egyptian necklace, Clay scarab Jackal stoneware pendant Big chunky Mix… By HerWhimsy

Vintage Egyptian Warrior Ring By TashaHussey

Egyptian pendant Eye of Horus handmade from sterling silver, gold fill… By ninalara

Handpainted Earrings Collection

Ghost Horse a Metalwork

Spring Earring Collection

Earrings are an essential accessory for spring

The Handmade Ring Collection