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Web Site Designed by: Cathy Wolfe, Chris Stoutjesdyk, Robert Aguilar, Amy Johnson
Web Site Designed by: Cathy Wolfe, Chris Stoutjesdyk, Robert Aguilar, Amy Johnson
My jewelry designs are inspired by both the precise style of mathematics and the freeform style of nature - aligning the beads in a specific pattern or just letting the design flow from within and allowing the colors and shapes of the beads to dictate the direction of the piece. Each piece is an exciting discovery in my attempt to bring a new perspective to an ancient art form. Structural soundness is an integral part of my design process, for a piece intended for permanence. My goal is to create a unique piece that will celebrate the unique style of the indivdiual.
The interweaving of small beads and a piece of thread symbolizes the connection of the small steps taken by each of us to make the world a better place.
The interweaving of small beads and a piece of thread symbolizes the connection of the small steps taken by each of us to make the world a better place.
ARTIST STATEMENT
Amy has an Associates Degree in Arts and Sciences with a background in Tapestry Weaving and Graphic Design. Current studies include Russian & Korean techniques, beaded beads, and embroidered beadwork. She teaches classes locally as scheduling permits and is a member of the West Michigan Beaders ' Guild.
'Autumn Leaves' Collar was accepted into the 21st West Michigan Regional Competition sponsored by the Lowell Area Art Council, 149 S. Hudson, Lowell, MI 2007.
'Earth and Sky' Collar was a Finalist in the Bead and Button Magazine - International Competition for Excellence in Bead Artistry,October 2008 Issue.
'Rainforest' Necklace, created with Rita Stucke, was a finalist in Convergence, a collaboration between the International Society of Glass beadmakers and the Bead and Button Magazine.
Instructions for Amy's Rainforest Earrings will be published in the October 2009 issue of Jewelry Designs with Art Glass Beads
Evening in Paris Necklace, finalist at Bead Dreams 2009
Metropolitan Necklace, finalist and 3rd Place Crystal Category at Bead Dreams 2009 A PDF file of all the finalists can be downloaded Bead and Button Magazine.
'Navaho Bride', finalist, 5th Place Winner 24th West Michigan Regional Competition Mar 2010.
Artprize 2010 Finalist- An International Juried Art Competition.
Grand Prize Gold Medal for 'Contessa Necklace' - Fire Mountain Gems and Beads.
'Autumn Leaves' Collar was accepted into the 21st West Michigan Regional Competition sponsored by the Lowell Area Art Council, 149 S. Hudson, Lowell, MI 2007.
'Earth and Sky' Collar was a Finalist in the Bead and Button Magazine - International Competition for Excellence in Bead Artistry,October 2008 Issue.
'Rainforest' Necklace, created with Rita Stucke, was a finalist in Convergence, a collaboration between the International Society of Glass beadmakers and the Bead and Button Magazine.
Instructions for Amy's Rainforest Earrings will be published in the October 2009 issue of Jewelry Designs with Art Glass Beads
Evening in Paris Necklace, finalist at Bead Dreams 2009
Metropolitan Necklace, finalist and 3rd Place Crystal Category at Bead Dreams 2009 A PDF file of all the finalists can be downloaded Bead and Button Magazine.
'Navaho Bride', finalist, 5th Place Winner 24th West Michigan Regional Competition Mar 2010.
Artprize 2010 Finalist- An International Juried Art Competition.
Grand Prize Gold Medal for 'Contessa Necklace' - Fire Mountain Gems and Beads.
