Kristin Beeler - I got to hear her speak at the Yuma Art Symposium and have loved her ever since. Peter Callesen- A wonderful papercut artist. I can look at his work for hours, over and over and over again and never get tired of it.
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Melanie Bilenker- Makes the most beautiful drawings of everyday moments with human hair into jewelry.
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Jessica Calderwood- Jessica was a graduate student when I was an undergrad. I have looked up to her for a long time. Her work just keeps getting more and more beautiful.
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Becky McDonah- My professor at ASU who is a wealth of knowledge, a constant support, and a great inspiration to me.
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Lauren Fensterstock- I love her use of materials. Because of her, I consider everything.
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Phillip Toledano- An amazing photographer. This image is from a project he did about his relationship with his father. Everytime I go through these photos I cry. They are so beautifully honest.
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Megan Auman- A very intelligent educator and metalsmith who I really look up to. I love reading her blog because she is so down to earth and real. I have really learned a lot from her.
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April Wood- Just really beautiful work and images.
Miel Margarita Paredes - I am floored by this womans talent with the material. Her work is amazing. I hope to be able to see it in person someday.
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5 comments:
Thanks Lynette!
I'm honored to be included in such an amazing group.
Miel Margarita Paredes is also a big influence on me this year. She is a very talented woman.
great list, thanks for posting!
Lynette, thanks for introducing me to new artists. Kristin Beeler and Melanie Bilenker's drawings reminded me of Jessica's work. I am a big fan of Jessica as well.
wow, i'm really honored lynette.
excited about your work and what you do in the future!
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