Saturday, December 26, 2015

What's on My Bench???

Today's episode is from JET member Gaiane of BellaVeaJewelry. She is going to discuss her creative process for a pair of earrings.

Recently I did a sketch while being inspired by Spanish Guitar Music which I love to listen to when I either draw or make jewelry. I wanted to do something unique. I showed it to my friends on Periscope, a relatively new social media platform, and everyone was excited for me to work on the piece. I told everyone that when I finished the piece I would give them the option of purchasing the piece and whoever purchased the earrings would also receive the sketch.



When I was sketching the earrings, I imagined them being made with dark vibrant colors; however, when I started working on them, the lighter colors I ended up using seemed more fitting. I love the softness of the pink freshwater pearl, the mysteriousness of the labradorite, and the sparkly pink amethyst in the center.  I almost wanted the earrings to dance. I was trying to express the strength yet beauty and softness through them.



When I finished working on the earrings, I took a quick picture of the earrings next to the sketch and posted them on my FB page.



One of my FB followers really loved the earrings and purchased them right away so she also received the sketch. Everyone actually watched on Periscope while I gave the earrings and sketch to the buyer. Here is a picture of my happy client:





What wonderful artistry Gaiane! Remember if you want to learn more about Gaiane, go to her Etsy shop, BellaVeaJewelry. In the meantime, enjoy the holiday season, and come back next week for another episode of What's on My Bench???

8 comments :

Mollie Ann said...

Gaiane, your sketch is beautiful, and your lovely earrings are perfect for the "look" and for your client too!

SendingLoveGallery said...

love your process! beautiful sketch and earrings! and they look lovely on your buyer~

SatinDollCo said...

Gaiane, I always thought I could draw but you just put me to shame. The sketch alone is beautiful and the earrings are extra beautiful.The buyer is sure to treasure both.

Cher said...

Wonderful feature, Gaiane... love the birth of these beauties, and they're perfect for the buyer... they were MFEO! How fun that she got the sketch too!

Beadsme said...

Wonderful. You are a great artist. Your drawing is beautiful and the earrings just stunning.

LoveStoneArts said...

Just Fabulous!! Add expert storyteller to your resume'. Gaiane, you amaze me!!

Jennifer said...

What a fun way to combine your creative endeavors!

jemsbyjb said...

You are a multi talented lady. What a unique way of engaging your customers. Kudos to you!