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Author: Rachel Carren

I cannot remember a time in my life that I wasn't interested in looking at art, talking about art and the making of art. In 1990 I earned a Phd in art history at the University of Maryland. My first experiences with polymer clay were in 1992, but I consider my real work with the medium to date from 1999.

Rachel’s Eye on Design: Caned Cuff Bracelet

By Rachel Carren Posted on December 9, 2007 Posted in Aesthetic Comments

The appeal of a kaleidoscope is its capacity to offer a constantly changing view from the same set of components.  For Sarah Shriver, the possibility of perpetual change from a single starting point suggests an inspiration for her intricate compositions.  …

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Rachel’s Eye on Design: Carved Chatoyant Bead Necklace

By Rachel Carren Posted on November 13, 2007 Posted in Aesthetic Comments

The elements of design are present in all fabricated objects, although we rarely stop to consider them.  A stylistic analysis of a hand crafted piece of jewelry, a manufactured chair or product packaging may seem strange, but one can evaluate …

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What I saw in Julie

By Rachel Carren Posted on October 20, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized

In 1994, Julie: Artisans’ Gallery was just about the only places you could see work by accomplished polymer jewelry artists.  When Julie Shafler Dale opened her gallery in 1973, it was the very first boutique dedicated to wearable art in …

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Imitation, Interpretation, Inspiration

By Rachel Carren Posted on October 20, 2007 Posted in Artist's Commentary, Critical Commentary

  Some people pick up comic books to discover a superhero. I simply stepped into Julie Artisans’ Gallery on Madison Avenue in New York City. There, in 1994, I discovered Pier Voulkos, who has been a creative idol for me …

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The Historical Imperative

By Rachel Carren Posted on October 13, 2007 Posted in Critical Commentary, Publications

Listen to what two notable art critics have said about our dependence on historical roots: The only road to authenticity lies through what has already been done. There is no deep art without deep historical awareness.  Robert Hughes All (craft) …

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