Heather Teasley, otherwise known as Madame Teasley of le Boudoir Secret, has a passion for rare and unique materials, which she uses in her incredible jewelry designs. Through unique beads, ephemera and embellishments, she creates jewelry that shares a personal side of the wearer. Her philosophy is that jewelry should be one of a kind, because each person is one of a kind.
Inspirational Beading: Has jewelry design always been a passion for you?
Heather: I have a passion for telling stories. So designing jewelry that tells a story is very fulfilling.
Heather: I am inspired by items that have a history or have been used for other purposes.
Inspirational Beading: What is your favorite color to work with?
Heather: I like gold/copper and patina green.
Inspirational Beading: What is the most unique material you have ever used?
Heather: I have used broken glass and old candy tins to create jewelry. Also, copper pipes are one of my favorite things to use.
Inspirational Beading: Who do you hope to inspire with your work?
Heather: I hope to inspire those who are filled with a passion for life and a love for the obscure.
Heather is a lover of all things “forgotten, old, broken and rusted”, and is a 2-D artist and graphic designer as well as an assemblage jewelry maker. You can check in with Heather’s latest creations and inspirations on her blog, Living with a Constant Muse, or connect with her on Facebook. Her website, Once Possessed Studios, includes a gallery and information about shows and events featuring her paintings and other works.
Copyright 2009 Inspirational Beading and le Boudoir Secret
No comments:
Post a Comment