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Artist's Biography JILL CENTENO Thanks to my Father, who is a great artist I started learning how to paint (in oils) when I was ten years old and I was always encouraged to draw, paint and to learn about art. I studied art at Mt. San Antonio College and took many art classes over the years. I worked at Walt Disney Imagineering for 23 years as an Archivist and was greatly influenced by all the talented artists that I was surrounded by. I currently enjoy doing watercolor greeting cards, watercolor paintings and hand rolled paper bead jewelry made from re- cycled magazines. Email: jillzc@sbcglobal.net Cell 661-212-4718 |
| Artist's Biography BARBARA CHASTNEY I'm a retired Hair Designer, and over the years I've gone in many different directions in my arts and crafts. I first took up making stuffed bears from large to miniature. Then I was inspired by the arts of Sedona, AZ. I took up reversed glass painting of wild birds, that were often sold in Sedona Resorts. Many years ago having down time with a sore back, I learned how to make baskets out of pine needles. My latest venture into jewelry making, was inspired by my husband Ted. Ted makes and designs one of a kind jewelry (necklaces) and, I wire wrap earrings, necklaces, and pendants. I find that jewelry making has been very rewarding and relaxing. |
| ARTIST'S BIOGRAPHY Gloria Baron I have been making handcrafted artisan chainmaille jewelry for several years. Chainmaille is a type of metal fabric armor that was worn by knight centuries ago. It consists of hundreds or thousands of tiny circular rings. Each one is opened, woven around others, and closed by hand to create intricate patterns. I take the same concepts of medieval maille and apply them to modern jewelry pieces. I strive to create unique, different designs that you won’t find anywhere else in sterling silver or gold filled metals. This is a classic form of jewelry design that will never go out of style. Since it’ s handmade by me, it’s completely customizable for you from clasp, size or weaves. |
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| ELAINE REYNOLDS “Gems by Elaine” ELAINE’S necklaces are created from gemstone beads, nature’s gift from the earth. The stones are combined in such a way as to give a feeling of texture, color, harmony and proportion. She has been designing and producing jewelry from her home for more than 25 years. To improve her inherent talent, she has taken classes at the Gemological Institute of America, when it was located in Santa Monica. ELAINE has participated in many art shows over the years, including the South West Arts Festival, the La Quinta Arts Festival and the Indian Wells Arts Festival. In recent years, however, she has been concentrating on the “Umbrella Shows” in Old Town La Quinta. She has many satisfied, repeat customers during this long time span, which attests to the quality of her work. She guarantees and stands behind each piece. (760) 564-1880 gemsbyelaine@dc.rr.com ELAINE'S WEBSITE |
| Artist's Biography STEVIE WEINBERG DESERT STONES jewelry is available at The Pampered Bath on El Paseo Drive in Palm Desert, California, at Art Expressions Gallery and Studio in Palm Desert and Serenity Gallery in San Diego, California. If you’re in the Palm Desert, California area, I also teach jewelry making techniques and I’m a certified Precious Metal Clay (PMC) instructor and give private, semi-private and group lessons. I am always available as a vendor to assist you in the charity of your choice, and happily donate a percentage of my net proceeds to your special cause. Private jewelry parties are lots of fun, and jewelry making get-together's bring out the artist in us all. Stevie's Website DESERT STONES |
| Artist's Biography ROSE MARY JAMESON Click on photos for larger view Zirena Rose Designs Rose Mary Jameson has been designing and creating fashion in various mediums for over thirty years. A graduate of Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising she has produced custom wedding dresses, specialized couture for clients and theatrical costumes for small and large venues. She has been named Costumer of the Year several times for her work in Coachella Valley productions. Starting with a local athlete who went on to become an Olympic contender, Rose Mary has designed Ice Skating dresses and costumes for several International competitors. This led her to experimentation with bead work; which in turn sparked an interest in jewelry design. Mentored by several well-known artists, Rose Mary soon developed her own unique style. Incorporating Fiber Arts with the use of various bead and crystal embellishments, she has introduced the “Elements Earth” handbag, which is the first of four in a series. Several of her pieces have been featured in beading magazines and calendars. She was a finalist in the Swarovski Crystal Design contest in 2007 and her work was a featured part of their travelling show. Rose Mary teaches classes here in the valley and currently offers classes at Monica’s Quilt and Bead Creations. To arrange for private and group classes please contact Rose Mary at (760 835-2416 or at Sewfastdesign@aol.com. |
| Artist's Biography My name is Dianne Stern and "I LOVE BEADS" For several years my home away from home has been "Monicas Quilt and Bead Creations" I am an avid quilter. While at the store one day I decided to visit the "other side" of the store - The beading section. I signed up for "Beading 101" and the rest is history. I take ongoing beading classes to expand my design making abilities. I consider my jewelry " fun to wear" I can be reached at (760) 802-1756 Click on photos for larger view |
| Artist's Biography Judy Aussenhofer AussenWolf Designs Jewelry for the Alpha Woman in each of us. Anything and everything in the Arts and Crafts field has intrigued me since I was a child. My wonderful great aunt taught me to knit and crochet when I was six years old and I enjoy these crafts to this day. One of my other passions as a child was rocks. I loved them! Each one has a unique coloration and texture that has always fascinated me. I finally began working with semi-precious stones and jewelry in 2002. At first I only made jewelry as a hobby for family and friends. After moving to Idyllwild in 2006, I took another class in beading at the local bead shop to improve my skills. Upon seeing some of my own designs the shop owner, LaDawn Maerin, encouraged me to both sell my creations and to teach at her shop. Since then I have taken classes with many fine artists including Sharilyn Miller and Connie Fox. My current works are in semi-precious stones and beads of all kinds. They include bead stringing, wire weaving and wrapping, and precious metal clays. I love designing jewelry for the alpha woman in each of us—a woman who is a leader in her pack, who is confident, loyal, often whimsical, and has a aura of mystery. I hope you will enjoy my designs. SEE YOU AT THE FESTIVAL! |
| ARTIST'S BIOGRAPHY Robin Johnson Fused Glass Jewelry and Other Products Click on photos for larger view Robin lives in Mohave Valley, Arizona where the Colorado River meets the tri-states of California, Arizona, and Nevada. After completing a career in the casinos, and family obligations became less…Robin found a new artistic expression. In a few classes her passion grew into a Unique Glass experience. Each time the kiln cools down she’s surprised by a detail which occurs when the glass becomes fluid, and says it’s like seeing a new litter of puppies. Dichroic glass is used in nearly each piece. NASA developed the technique of coating the tiles on ships with fine layers of minerals. The minerals not only protected the tile, but can visually appear to be two colors (dichroic) with reflective qualities after firing. Each piece of jewelry is designed, and fired without the use of a mold, simply UNIQUE. Robin loves to share her work by exhibiting, supporting fund raisers, and selling in both private and public venues. She’s excited to be back in Bermuda Dunes with family, and friends again! |
| ARTIST'S BIOGRAPHY STARR MAY Starr has been making lamp work art glass beads since 1998. Her creative background is varied with a concentration in ceramics, stained glass, textiles, jewelery, and fiber. She has a degree in Psychology with a minor in ceramics. Starr worked as a Psychotherapist for many years while rearing her 4 children. After retiring from the mental health field she and her husband moved to Palm Desert, Ca. Her love of the torch is evident in her finished art beads. She incorporates them into her wearable art. Her beads have been accepted in juried shows across the country. If you want to learn glass bead making she also teaches at her studio. Starr currently has 2 published knitted handbag patterns along with her individual glass beads for sale at Monica's Quilt and Bead Creations. Stop in and see me at the Festival! |
CAROL JOHNSON FINE STERLING SILVER JEWELRY PRECIOUS STONES AND PEARLS CAROL'S WEBSITE |
| LULU COFER JEWELRY click for larger views By being able to travel the world in her corporate life, Lulu has brought together her experiences through her creation of Exotic themed necklaces, many with an Asian flair. Working with a variety of beads and materials, from wood, glass, and ethnic, her designs are all one of a kind. Inspired by travels to Kenya, Egypt, Peru, China, Turkey, Bali, and places in between, help Lulu’s necklaces tell a story with each unique piece. PLEASE VISIT ME AT THE FESTIVAL! |
click for larger views Three years ago, Kimberly Cofer started her own charitable foundation, Foundation for Progress, to benefit children living in orphanages in the former-Soviet republic of Georgia. Since that time she has lived and worked in Georgia on children’s issues, such as improving the infrastructure of orphanages, reforming the childcare system of Georgia by promoting services such as foster care, and distributing wheelchairs to disabled children in need. Now back in the US, Kimberly continues to raise money for her Foundation’s projects in Georgia. Using her creativity and love of jewelry-making, Kimberly has created necklaces that are inspired by individual children she has known and worked with at orphanages in Georgia. Kimberly’s Orphan Necklaces are handmade and one-of-a-kind. The name of the child appears on the necklace and the colors and beads represent each child’s special personality. And most importantly, all the proceeds from Kimberly’s Orphan Necklaces go directly to help children living in orphanages in Georgia. Kimberley's Orphan Necklaces |
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