by nicole of 83west (formerly designs by lulubelle)
I have been a sort of tourist in my own backyard, as of late. Discovering and rediscovering places around me. My friend and I took a walk around Jamaica Pond, yesterday. It is such a serene spot and a beautiful day. People were biking, running, walking their dogs, fishing, and strolling their kids around the pond. We did spot a little stuffed moose left behind on a bench. Hopefully, it owner came back for him.
Just as nothing in life is either black or white, my new line of jewelry also has nuances and undertones. The white is a luminous, creamy mixture of polymer clay and the black has an indigo and gray crazing, just like old porcelain.I grew up overseas, and my global upbringing is reflected in my work. This latest line has an Asian feel to it. When I was about ten and living in the Philippines, I remember my Mom taking a sumi-e class (Japanese brush stroke painting). I was intrigued even then by how a few brushstrokes with black ink could communicate the essence of an image. I've tried to capture that simplicity in this new line of polymer and sterling silver jewelry.
I just love text and I have been wanting to design something using
I think both would make such wonderful wedding presents - unique and heartfelt! Here's a few more.
This is the cover of his book. I highly recommend it! You can also find him on Etsy, and in New York City as well for a limited time!
by Mimi Kirchner
