Color inspiration - Desert Landscape

by Nancy Chase

On a recent trip to the Denver Colorado Botanic Gardens, I went to an art exhibit within the gardens. Nevada artist, Justin Favela created "Vistas in Color - tissue paper and cardboard 2023." A panoramic landscape honoring the vistas of the southwest U.S. and Mexico. This photo is a slice of the whole installation. An expansive environment, this floor to ceiling artwork wrapped around the room.

The mural is made from tissue paper. The artist gave a new use for this traditionally used material in Latinx culture. It is generally thought of for creating piñatas. Elevating, and making more accessible the art and crafts culture, Favela, a first-generation Latinx-American, explores the paper craft medium with cultural identity, and pop culture in mind.

This artwork reminds me of road trips I have taken through the deserts of Arizona and New Mexico. Bold vistas, vibrant sunsets, the many colors of turquoise all inspired this 4 strand bracelet.

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Amber barrel beads, with accents of blue turquoise, and a single pale amber make up one strand of this desert inspired bracelet. A strand of jasper tubes make up the various colors of sand, clay, and earth. Myrtle green responds to the deepest of the green in turquoise stones. Jewelry glows of its own accord. Four strands of color wrapped around a desert landscape bring a little bit of Denver back home.

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Soft Flex Beading Wire--Medium--.019

BDC-419.00

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Sterling Silver Toggle Clasp 14 mm - Pack of 1

K3-157

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Silver Filled Jump Rings Open (.040) 18ga 5mm - Pack of 25

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Nancy Chase

Creating, gifting, selling my original jewelry designs to friends, and clients over the years, I know how timeless a well made piece of jewelry becomes. There are always trends, innovations, novel materials to work with - curiosity about new tools and supplies. Inspiration comes from my love of the outdoors, practicing yoga, gardening and cooking. It is wonderful to share techniques and make connections with other people who appreciate handmade crafts.