Necklace · 2023
Three dancers—Flamenco, Indian, and Slavic folk—embody the shared language of rhythm and emotion.
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This necklace features three dancers: the passionate Flamenco dancer, the soulful Indian dancer, and the lively Slavic folk dancer. Each embodies an unspoken language of rhythm and emotion. As they come together in this piece, they reflect the rich diversity and unity of dance, symbolizing its power to transcend language and borders and to create a shared tapestry of human expression.
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Patient, precise work allows the materials to carry the story.
Peyote, RAW, bead embroidery, and free-form stitching.
Miyuki and Toho beads, mostly size 15/0 with some 11/0; Preciosa and Austrian bicones, 3 mm and 4 mm; Preciosa nacre cabochons; 2 mm, 3 mm, and 4 mm pearls; 3 mm fire-polished beads; shaped glass beads; 2 × 3 mm rondelles; acrylic faces; and Shibori silk.
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