Thursday, January 20, 2011

Cameo Creation


I am not a jewelry wearing kind of girl. I never have been. My ears were have never been pierced. Even when I was little, Playing Pretty Pretty Princess with my sisters- I always wanted the BLACK ring.

So. Why do I paint cameos? Why do I now as an adult, make jewelry?

I wanted to find a way to paint original pieces that real people could afford.

When I started showing, I had so many sweet people love my creations, but I spend hundreds of hours on my bigger pieces. I wanted to find a way to paint my little girls (without mass producing) in a price range that anyone could reach.

I also love to take my toys with me. Everywhere. And I have imaginary friends. They come with me too.

When I paint I fall in love. I really truly do. I go to run errands and walk out the door with a painting under my arm. I strap her into the passenger seat and we would go.

Painting cameos is a happy medium.

There is an utterly magical element in wearing something with it’s own little soul and personality. I’m serious. Take it from a girl who never even wears necklaces.

When I wear one of the girls, I find myself periodically throughout the day just placing my hand over her. Just to feel her there. Just to know she’s there. It’s not like wearing a little chain and bauble that you forget. She’s the only one in the world. I feel so pretty.

That’s why I do it. Because every girl should feel that special. Like she can have something beautiful and unique to wear. Something that no other girl can have. Something real.

I’m not a jewelry wearing kind of girl. But sometimes, I make an exception.








4 comments:

  1. Your cameos are all so gorgeous and special! Such a wonderful way to experience your marvelous art! :)

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  2. Oh, I love these pieces! My favorite is the geisha girl... her eyes are so beautiful!

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  3. You have the most amazing gift! These are some of the best jewelry on the market! I am a Jwewlry Artist and I wish I could put some small soul into my jewelry like yours! Big Fan!!!!!!

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  4. MAB, Your work is compelling! I'm so glad i've found you. You're an inspiration. I look forward to more of your posts!
    Sincerely,
    Maribel from PCE
    :D

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