Yesterday I was updating my images that I post for acceptance into Juried Art Fairs. Since I don’t participate often, the images had not been changed for 2 years.
I was SO amazed at how my designs have evolved in that time.
This is one of my earlier necklaces.
I started with the “Make A Difference’ Starfish collection many years ago, but was using Glass starfish and complementing with gemstones and pearls. While these still have some appeal to me… I much prefer creating the Starfish from scratch using sterling silver or copper and enhancing it with gemstones.
This is one of my NEW designs. See the difference? I can hardly believe they were designed by the same person! I hammered the sterling first, then sawed out the starfish, shaped it, antiqued the sterling to bring out the texture and then added the fabulous turquoise gemstone. So much fun to design and create!
Deborah Green says
I have one of those “early” star necklaces ~ it is one of my most favorite pieces! They are ALL good!
alenegeed says
thanks Deborah. I remember when you purchased that, too.
@bizcommunicator says
That’s amazing – we often don’t realize how far we’ve come until we look back! Great post!
Anna@ Agate Beads says
I am so inspired by your blog because, I feel, you’ve proven that “Old is Gold”. The images are so gorgeous. Great job! Thanks and would love to listen from you more.