Friday, June 01, 2012

DESIDERATUM Art Jewelry ... Whimsical Designs... 12 for '12

Cat and Kitten


The Crows


 Twisted Fish


 Twisted Men


Makin' Music.. horn and strings


 Primitive People


 Fishbones


 Little Birds


 Dancing Men.......... ar-tic-u-la-ted


 Cat and Bird


 Wow?!


Scissors and Thread


 Our DESIDERATUM Art Jewelry Earring designs are created using solid Copper and Sterling Silver.
 Every pair is manipulated into shape by John and my hands, here in our studio.
They are textured for character... hammered for strength... and forged to contour.


  Hope you like them... We think they are Fun.
We made extras so they are all stocked up.


 DESIDERATUM Art Jewelry,
  
  
 All the background drawings were done with pen, ink and washes
 and are from my sketchbooks.

25 comments:

Guillaume said...

I don't know which one I prefer, the cats or the crows.

Teri and her Stylish Adventure Cats said...

I love these! I am thinking I would like to order the cat and bird, and wondered if you could make a set of cat and fishbones for me?

Gwen Buchanan said...

Guillaume, It is really personal but I have become attached to all of them.

Teri, Thank-you, I would be glad to.

Joanna said...

I just love the way you've displayed these pieces with the drawings. So inventive. I like the scissors and thread a lot. Also the articulated dancers.

ArtPropelled said...

They are all charming and seem to be full of energy. I think I love the crows best though it is very difficult to choose a favourite out of so many exciting designs and of course it goes without saying that your background drawings are wonderful!.

helen said...

It's been an age since I visited Gwen...and I was so excited to see your great earrings, and beautiful display.

Do I understand right...that I can pay by Visa online now? Holding my breath here!! :~))

I am going to stick with my first choice of book and coffee mug...but have ear(!)marked another five pairs!!

Hope you and your loved ones are well dear lady x x

Steven Cain said...

Drat!I don't wear earrings any more!

I like the crows best... Are we voting? They make me laugh. All of them though, are amazing. You've been busy!

Wonderful photos and illustrations!

Gwen Buchanan said...

Thanks Everyone, You are all sweet.

rachel said...

A great range. The crows are fab!

pauline said...

oh Gwen, these are so beautiful. I am so buying a pair (or two!) I love the CROWS, PRIMITIVE PEOPLE and TWISTED FISH. ok, 3 pairs. :-)
I hadn't been here in a while. Your work amazes me. These photos with the background paintings (with your jewelry) are absolutely perfect. Such a wonderful way to display your gorgeous creations. Keep making hay, my friend! xoxo

jerilanders said...

I love the earrings, especially the fish bones, but your ink drawings (props?) are realllly great!

Tracy said...

Your new nature-inspired jewelry brings such smiles, Gwen... Love the Little Birds and the Cat and Kitten. :o) We're just back from our trip the US. Lovely to catch up here with you. ((HUGS))

Susan said...

Hi Gwen, The earrings are all gorgeous - myself plain Jane silver discreet hoop girl BUT ... the presentation, the drawings absolutely exquisite. The cat on the red rug - Oh my. Amazing & lovely - much love Susan & Gang

I do hope the Prince & I (plus Missy D and Sam of course) will pay you a visit this summer. I grew up in Sackville, NB and am ashamed to say I've never been to St. Martins but have always wanted to go.

Gwen Buchanan said...

I really appreciate all you lovely people stopping and viewing and leaving me a message. Makes me feel good.

Shelley said...

My dear Seaside Friend, you know how I love your creations. I just have to have antoher pair! Beautifully presented. See ya soon.

Sharmon Davidson said...

Gwen you have certainly been busy! I like all of these so much I don't know which ones to choose- birds or crows probably- but I love the people and punctuation marks, too... do they come with the sketches? lol but the sketches would be great as prints...

Deborah Carr said...

Gwen, these are all magnificent. I love the crows and the small birds...now I have another good reason for a day trip to St. Martins! Plus it would awfully good to see you again...

Gwen Buchanan said...

Hi Deborah, They were fun to do...

The weather has been beautiful and we have been enjoying every bit of it. Hope you have been too. Make sure to stop in when you're next in the village.
Cheers.

Alive said...

Hello, I would like to make an order. However, i am wondering about the shipping cost to London, England, UK, i would like two pairs, the little birds and the crows. Please can you share the full cost in pounds plus shipping, and how long for a delivery? Thank you
sally.knightly@btinternet.com

Gwen Buchanan said...

Thank you Sally I am pleased to oblige. I will email you the info.Cheers.

mycuriousteaparty said...

Love the twisted fish and the primitive people and the little birds and the... Well all of them to be honest..

sandy said...

I love them all - and those drawings are great - you have inspired me to get busy sketching again.

Gwen Buchanan said...

Sandy, I can't wait to see your new creations.

BumbleVee said...

love the cat in the cat and bird earrings...

Gwen Buchanan said...

Thanks Vee, I like her curly tail. Trying to simplify down to the basic identifiable features.