Brighter than Autolycus 07/03/2010
 1. Very Traditional..., 2. winter pales, 3. Affresco's stairs In Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, Autolycus, a pedlar of jewels, pokes fun at those buying "all his trumpery" referencing "counterfeit stones". It seems Autolycus has underestimated many who know that even the noble, including Queen Elizabeth, have been enjoying skillfully mounted glass jewels so well made it is easy to believe they are genuine.  Light amethyst vintage glass jewels A lighter purple hue of the regal amethyst is offered in a giveaway, with details noted in comments here. The winner may choose these 11mm light amethyst vintage glass jewels set in sterling silver posts with or without plating in 24K gold. 34 Comments Shining Star 05/23/2010
 Photograph by Flickr member MicrochipEmozionale
 It is the costuming and jewelry that give Greta Garbo's Mata Hari definition. As the drama unfolds, I'm again fascinated by how she jumps  From the silver screen to a black diamond and white gold. When the film finished, I returned to the bench to make Black Ice. Bright Colors of Spring 04/04/2010
 Photograph by Flickr member alessmile 'Nothing is so beautiful as spring -  Thinking about the bright colors of spring and made these earrings. Point of View 03/30/2010
 Photograph by Flickr member Simon_K "It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade."  Eyecatching and energizing, these emerald vintage glass earrings are hand set in sterling silver. An idea springs to mind: One pair will be given away!Click the comment box, above, for details. (Winner determined by random.org.) A Serene and Settled Majesty 03/13/2010
 Photograph by David Bohl A back-lit Gothic-style faux stained glass window in many shades of purple, features Henry Davis Sleeper's collection of 19th century amethyst glass. The magnificence of these rich hues is awe inspiring.  Photograph by Flickr member ben124 I would not be surprised if it was a purple and violet sunset that whispered to Washington Irving when he wrote, 'There is a serene and settled majesty to woodland scenery that enters into the soul and delights and elevates it, and fills it with noble inclinations.'  Commissioned to make an Art Deco inspired piece, the result is a custom antique-cut amethyst ring. Hand created at my bench, incorporating gold and two diamonds from her family jewelry. Clad in a Garment of Gems 01/01/2010
This brief video features the greatest Gothic cathedral in France, Chartres Cathedral. Built in the 12th and 13th centuries, its massive doors open to a magnificent though dimly lit interior with 167 glowing stained glass windows that capture light in luxuriant colors. In the forward to his guide, the custodian Etienne Houvet describes the celestial beauty of these windows, saying it is as if you were "clad in a garment of gems". The vivid indigo hues are the most ethereal shade of blue, known as Chartres blue. Stained Glass Window Cookies 12/11/2009
 It's the most wonderful time of the year and the perfect day to do a little baking! Using my soft and chewy sugar cookie recipe and colorful hard candies broken into tiny pieces, the house is filled with sweet cookie smells and the results are glittering edible treasures. Your favorite sugar cookie recipe will work, or try one of the recipes with tips for making windows here. Having used Lifesavers since my earliest baking days, today I tried Jolly Ranchers instead. The colors seem more vibrant. I combined different flavors on individual cookies, and the bubble-filled panes remind me of mouth-blown variegated glass. Once cooled, cookies easily peel away from the foil. Mmmm!  Key Fascination 10/21/2009
 On a scenic fall hike several years back, we stopped for a rest nearby some old railroad tracks. I noticed something sticking out of the ground and dug it up. It was a large rusty key, shown in the above photo. Finding it was the start of antique and vintage key collecting.  Photograph by Flickr member *April* For hundreds of years keys have represented authority, security, and power. Its symbol is found throughout history, on coats of arms, banners and even seals for kings, emporers and cities. Found in art, including stained glass, keys unlock the Kingdom of Heaven and the Bottomless Pit. And presenting a "key to the city" is a medieval tradition that continues to this day.  I took a few of my favorites, created molds, and employing traditional goldsmithing methods cast each in recycled sterling silver. Here they are with almost every detail of the originals showing wonderfully. Beautiful key necklaces, connecting to the past. A key fascination. A scenic drive 10/11/2009
 Photograph by Flickr member bly2k Incomparably rich colors with the lighting just right, looking dramatic and vibrant with intense tones... I'm thinking about a scenic drive in New England during peak time for fall foliage. Have you ever noticed that when the sun returns after a light rain, the lush expanses of fall colors are even more breathtaking? This is the perfect time of year to plan a leaf-peeping trip to the historic village of Shelburne, Vermont. Why Shelburne? With a collection of 50 buildings chock full of esoterica, Shelburne Museum is a destination unto itself, and it is the perfect destination for a leaf-peeping trip because of their special exhibit on view in the Webb Gallery until October 25th. Louis Comfort Tiffany: Nature By Design. This exhibit includes 75 works on loan from museums and private collections, including lamps, stained glass, jewelry, ceramics, and glass vessels, and many never seen before. Time to plan a trip, pack a thermos of hot mulled cider, and as long as the sun comes out I hope it rains just a little!  Tiffany Studios Peacock Library Lamp on view at Shelburne Museum Art Song 09/26/2009
 Lichfield Cathedral angel window by Charles Eamer Kempe Individual pieces of glass fit together, making a beautiful image that glows with life. Mozart's notes fit effortlessly together, making beautiful music that lives forever.  Piano piece handwritten by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Today I've been commissioned to create a ring, eco friendly of course. It will feature one embossed musical note, which I will carve out of steel to use again in other designs. |   Al and Caroline The art of light inspires, and its play with color captivates. Light's transforming quality fascinates, especially when it is captured by gemstones and antique stained glass that glow from within...
... When not in the studio or taking turns answering your questions, we like to blog. Thanks for stopping by! Al is skilled in the arts of goldsmithing, diamond setting and jewelry designing, and all of the jewelry here, except for mixed media, is Al's - - all meticulously done by Al, no outside assistance. Although there are a few collaborative designs with his wife Caroline, and there are her occasional oohs and ahs and what-if questions. Well, maybe a little more often than that! Most of the photography is done by Caroline, and she designs and handmakes mixed media art jewelry.                                            If you would like to leave a comment to a post on this page - - it's easy! Look to the right of the title, and you will see a link all in red letters. Click that, and you will be able to leave a comment. Oh, and if you try to leave a comment but this site acts kind of funky, just hit refresh and then the window should come up. Thank you very much! www.flickr.com
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