Introducing ELIANA MANIERO

I would like to take the pleasure of introducing to you a Talented artist from Italy. She is one of the participants of the FOE 13 project. But before I do so, I would like to share something very briefly.  

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The beauty of art is the ability to interpret things a certain way. Even more so is the freedom to choose what impression an item expresses to each individual. I find it particularly interesting to observe people in art museums and see what draws them; eaves drop on their observations and such. I have often wondered if we as humans are influenced by reviews we read in papers, or gallery exhibition blurbs and such; do they affect our interpretation of art we see? Do they influence our decision to appreciate or scorn?

When I came up with the idea for the FOE 13 project, I thought that because the work would be in the same media, I had a fair idea of what to expect. But as each contributor submitted her work, I realized how far removed I was from reality.

It has been a learning process for me to see the many unexpected interpretations of the same item. Each artist came to the item with zero expectation of what they will be receiving. It was interesting to follow what prompted them in the direction they took the piece and what they felt about their contribution to it.

As much as I am tempted to share my own initial reactions at each turn, I would rather not do that just yet. The project is coming along well, and it's on its way still to a new destination. I look forward to the day of the final reveal and the project's ebook, but for now, I will leave you with a feature of one of our contributors

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Please tell us your name.

MY NAME’S ELIANA MANIERO

 How long have you been practicing your art?

I FELL IN LOVE WITH BEADS FROM THE AGE OF 9.

Is this (beading) the only form of art you do or are there more? 

IN THE PAST I WORKED WITH COLORS; I LOVE PAINTING

When did you decide to work in this particular (beading) media?  

I DIDN’T DECIDE, I SIMPLY FELL IN LOVE WITH BEADS AND SPARKLING CRYSTALS.\
I STARTING TO BEAD DURING A BAD PERIOD IN MY LIFE. BEADING RELAXES MY MIND FROM LIFE'S PROBLEMS

6.       How rewarding has it been so far?

       IT WAS GRATIFYING TO SLOWLY LEARN; MAKING MISTAKES BUT FINE TUNING TO MY PERSONAL TASTE IN THE JEWELRY I MAKE. AFTER A COUPLE YEARS I BEGAN TO PUBLISH PATTERNS FOR ITALIAN BEADING MAGAZINES, AND THAT WAS A SOURCE OF HUGE SATISFACTION TO SEE MY WORK IN PRINT.

Jewelry by Eliana Maiero

7.       What is your specialty? (What materials, stitches, techniques etc) do you feel you have mastered so far?  

       

       I LOVE SWAROVSKI CRYSTALS; I USE A LOT OF THEM IN MY DESIGNS AND CREATIONS. I ALSO LOVE BEAD EMBROIDERY BUT FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS, I HAVE FOCUSED ON THE USE OF SOUTACHE, AND AT THE MOMENT THIS IS THE TECHNIQUE THAT GIVES ME THE MOST SATISFACTION.

8.       Are you primarily into beading or do you attempt mixed media (using beads and other materials like leather, fabrics or sculptures etc?  

      

      I LOVE THIS FIELD BUT I LOVE MIXED MEDIA TOO; FABRIC AND SUCH.

9.       Is there any one person (artists, friends, family etc) that has been a big source of inspiration for you specifically in relation to this field?  

       

       YES

       

       If yes, how? And Why? 

       I ALWAYS OBSERVE CLOSELY ALL THE WORKS AND DESIGNS OF THE GREAT MASTERS IN THIS FIELD, PEOPLE LIKE MARCIA DE COSTNER, SHERRY SERAFINI AND SO ON. AS MUCH AS I ADORE THE WORK OF THESE FOREIGN ARTISTS, I ALSO FIND A LOT OF INSPIRATION FROM AROUND ME, HIGH FASHION JEWELRY BY DAMIANI, BUCCELLATI, DE GRISOGONO AND SO ON.

Jewelry by Eliana Maniero

      I OFTEN ALSO LOOK FOR INSPIRATION AND IDEAS ONLINE. SOMETIMES IT'S A COLOUR THAT PUSHES ME TO CREATE, SOMETIMES A CERTAIN SHAPE OR FORM.

1    What is your ultimate aspiration in this field? 

       MY ASPIRATION IS TO GIVE MY OWN CONTRIBUTION TO THE CREATIVE MARK OF THE INDUSTRY.

      Have you ever participated in any major projects or contests before?

     I HAVE PARTICIPATED IN 2012 AND 2013  BATTLE OF THE BEADSMITH. AND THIS YEAR I PARTICIPATED IN AN AMERICAN BEADING CONTEST (BEAD STAR 2013)

    

        If yes, how would you describe the experience, generally?

   I LOVE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INTERNATIONAL CONTESTS BECAUSE IT GIVES ME THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE AN IMPORTANT JEWELRY THAT I USUALLY WON'T MAKE.

Jewelry by Eliana Mariero

(Be informed that the follow up for this interview will be blogged about in the coming days. Do drop by again for a chance to learn more about this artist, her work, as well as get links to her online presence and social network pages. You don't want to miss it; believe me).