Hello Everyone, I would like to introduce CHRISTINE WILSON, one of the talented Artists that worked with me on the FOE 13 Project. I hope you enjoy learning more about her. I did.
What is your name and where are you from?
I am Christine Wilson,
Brewed Adornments, Novi Michigan USA
How long have you been practicing your art?
10 years now.
Is this (beading) the only form of art you do or
are there more?
I’ve played with several art forms
including painting, embroidery and quilting
When did you decide to work in this particular (beading)
media?
After I made my first bracelet, I was
irrevocably hooked and have been beading ever since.
What made you decide to?
What made you decide to?
Beading is relaxing
and rewarding and allows a personal self-expression I had not experienced
before.
How rewarding has it been so far?
How rewarding has it been so far?
I’ve been published
in Beadwork Magazine and will have two more articles in 2014. However, the main reward comes from the
unique and talented artists I have engaged with in and out of this field over
the past couple of years. I continue to
evolve and am so amazed at the talent and generosity of spirit that exists in
the creative world.
What is your specialty? (What materials, stitches, techniques etc) do you feel you have mastered so far?
What is your specialty? (What materials, stitches, techniques etc) do you feel you have mastered so far?
I do not choose to
specialize and enjoy mixing beadweaving with metal work and employing skills I
pick up from both. When I can combine a
bit of quilting or painting, I’m truly happy.
It’s such a great feeling to use a tool or a supply in more than one
discipline.
Are you primarily into beads when working in this field or do you attempt mixed media (using beads and other materials like leather, fabrics or sculptures etc?
Are you primarily into beads when working in this field or do you attempt mixed media (using beads and other materials like leather, fabrics or sculptures etc?
I’m evolving more
and more into mixed media. I love that
the fabrics I purchased for quilts can be utilized in my jewelry creations as
well as vice versa.
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?
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?
It’s hard to name just one person, but I owe a great deal of
thanks to the instructors that have visited the Great Lakes Beadworkers’ Guild
and shared their knowledge and advice over the years. Early on in my explorations, Laura McCabe and
Wendy Witchner provided inspiration and instruction and my more current work
owes a great deal to Mary Hettsmansperger, Tracey Stanley and Anne Mitchell .
What is your ultimate aspiration in this field?
What is your ultimate aspiration in this field?
To continue to grow
as an artist, learning and sharing what I’ve learned with others.
Have you ever participated in any major projects or contests before?
Have you ever participated in any major projects or contests before?
I periodically enter blog
challenges but no major contests as of yet.
Is this media your primary vocation, your second job or simply a hobby?
Is this media your primary vocation, your second job or simply a hobby?
My primary vocation is that of mother but art plays a close second.
If you do sell your work, where can an interested client find it to buy? And if you don’t sell it, will you be interested in showing your creation anyway?
If you do sell your work, where can an interested client find it to buy? And if you don’t sell it, will you be interested in showing your creation anyway?
Retail Stores
I find
projects such as these to be rewarding personally. They help me grow as an artist and challenge
me to try new techniques. I’ve done
collaborative pieces in quilting in the past, but this is my first
collaborative bead project.
Tell us more about yourself – anything at all that you are comfortable sharing. We all want to know our favourite artists as intimately as they would let us know them and you are no exception.
I began life in
Anchorage Alaska but grew up in a small town in central Indiana. Before retiring to raise my daughter, I
enjoyed a fulfilling career as a financial analyst. I approach projects with that background,
seeking solutions to construction problems.
I tend not to preplan a piece, but create as I go. Sometimes this leads to problems, but the
solution is often when I am my most creative.
I must tell you all, the interview with Christine ended too soon but it was fun learning more about her. Now I am itching to share with you images of some of the amazing work by this artist, however, I will have to resist. But I shall have them up very soon so do return and see for yourself. In the meantime, follow the links provided above and have a look at what she is all about. You will love it, I promise, and do come back soon for more. Have a blessed day you all.
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