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 Who am I?
I am a self-representing artist located in Sydney, Australia, and I like to bring a youthful touch to the design and development of quality, stylish and well crafted jewellery and lampwork beads.
I have been crafting jewellery and products of the highest quality and standard since late 2003. I individually select and quality check each bead and component to ensure the resulting product meets top standards.
Beginning as a hobby, I began selling my handcrafted jewellery to friends and family, and in 2005 I began retailing via eBay auctions where many sales were conducted. Making jewellery was great, but I always felt that I needed something else that would make my work stand out from the rest... and making my own lampwork beads made perfect sense.
I have been lampworking since December 2005 - a hobby which was discovered and is deeply admired. I love playing with fire and molten glass, and the designs that come into my head are endless... playing with lampwork is great because each individual bead is unique - Each one has its own story behind it and no where else in the world will you find another one like it.
 I am entirely self-taught with the help of books, lots of practice and patience. I am yet to have my first class. I work on a hot head torch (no plans with upgrading just yet) and I primarily use a variety of glass which include Italian Moretti/Effetre and Vetrofond, Chinese Creation-Is-Messy, and American Double Helix and Bullseye glass. I also work with other mediums such as cubic zirconia(s), gold and silver leaf/foil, fine silver wire, frits, enamels and mica powder to achieve different textures and effects. All of my lampwork pieces are kiln annealed for durability and long lasting beauty.
I'm currently undertaking full-time studies at Sydney's Macquarie University. Outside of study and working on "Veeanca", I enjoy bargain hunting, and you can quite often find me at the local markets searching for the perfect vintage outfit, accessories, shoes, antiques, and BAGS! I love bags!
If you want to find out more about me or just 'get to know me' then feel free to check out my blog :) anything else? just ask me!
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