Major Works by Leading Artists published by Lark signed by Sherry Serafini one of the featured artists
40 bead artists who I have the honor of being published withare featured in this incredibly inspiring book! Beadweaving takes the spotlight here, and readers will find the showcased pieces eye-opening in their originality.
Each highlighted master takes center stage in an informative eight-page featurethat includes nearly a dozen gorgeous, high-quality photos and a short essay bythe curator placing the impressive work and its creator in context. Theseoutstandingly talented and imaginative artists include Marcia DeCoster, NanCMeinhardt, and many other of my favorite artists and friends.
Beadweaver and author Carol Wilcox Wells served as the jurorof this remarkable collection.
The Art of Bead Embroidery to be released September 2007 published by Kalmbach. Co-authored by Sherry Serafini and Heidi Kummli
Art has been a part of my soul ever since I can remember.
My earliest inspirations came from my grandmother's jewelry boxes. She had stacks of boxes filled with gems and antique jewelry that fascinated me.
My love of jewelry and the arts has led me into creating beaded body adornment. I combine Native American and Victorian beadweaving techniques with contemporary materials to produce my creations.
My tools are simple ones, needles, threads, suedes and a palette of beads and stones. These allow me to literally paint with my beads. My fascination with their texture, shape and color hold me captive. I prefer to work spontaneously letting the beads dictate where I go within the design, so rarely are my creations sketched out.
While creating a piece of jewelry I'm often inspired by colors and shapes. Egyptian jewelry is also a source of inspiration as are vintage designs too. My desire is to design a piece of art that is completely wearable.
Structure fascinates me as much as color does. Taking these tiny glass beauties and making something strong and beautiful is very satisfying. Each component plays an important role in holding the design together. I've recently come to realize that not only is beadwork "art", but in creating it I use math, history, and architecture in my work.
Enjoy
Sherry Serafini
Pittsburgh, PA
