1.Introduce yourself!

My name is Rebecca Hadley and I work under the name Phoenix Art Studio in sunny Florida. – The editor is very jealous of this.

2.Why do you work in polymer clay?

I have a degree in Illustration and was looking for a way to transform my work into something more useful than just a wall hanging. I stumbled across a polymer pendant that had a Xerox transfer on it. Afterwards I did a ton of research and polymer clay became my new love. I love how very versatile it is and am constantly playing around with new techniques.

3. Do you have a favourite technique to use in your polymer clay work?

I’ve been working with polymer clay for about three years now and haven’t really settled on only one technique. Each technique has its place and purpose and I love them all. My newest piece is an art nouveau inspired faerie brooch that incorporates almost all of the techniques that I’ve been using. The wings are an original drawing that has been transferred and the rest of the piece has been hand-sculpted. I’m hoping to do many more pieces similar to this one. That’s the great thing about this medium, you can pretty much create anything that your imagination can come up with!

You can see more of Rebecca by visiting:

Etsy Shop http://www.etsy.com/shop/phoenixartstudio
Artfire Shop http://www.artfire.com/users/phoenixartstudio
Blog http://rebeccahadley.blogspot.com/
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/beckaroosy#!/pages/Phoenix-Art-Studio/312913530265
Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/54568220@N06/

POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

Contemporary Craft is thrilled to be hosting POP! – Perspectives on Polymer June 25-29, 2022. A five-day celebration of contemporary work in polymer, the event will have something for everyone who loves polymer clay. POP! will feature four workshops along with virtual talks by some of the best polymer artists in the country, an exhibition of small works in polymer, and a curated feature in the Store. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 25, 6-8 PM, and will be free and open to the public.

POP!’s focus on workshops and the materiality of polymer makes this boutique event more than just a conference. Each participating artist was selected for their unique perspectives on polymer and the exciting ways they are moving the medium forward. The featured instructor for the event is Jeffrey Lloyd Dever, whose pioneering techniques in polymer have made him one of the most respected artists in the field. His jewelry and sculptural objects have been shown in many national invitational exhibitions, and his works are represented in numerous private collections, galleries and museums.

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