Israeli Polymer Clay Projects are a Rainbow of Colors
This lens features the visually stunning jewelry created by talented Israeli polymer clay crafters. All of the artists below live in Israel, have Flickr galleries, and some of them have active Etsy shops. I hope you enjoy my picks. Please check back for updates, since I'll be on the lookout for more Israeli polymer clay crafters and new inventory!
P.S.
If you find something you like but can't buy directly on this lens, or want to get a polymer clay project commissioned, I suggest you contact the artist directly by accessing their profile page on Flickr. I've included the links below each crafter's name.
Photo Credit: Luz A. Villa
What is Polymer Clay?
Polymer clay is a sculptable material based on the polymer polyvinyl chloride (PVC). It usually contains no clay minerals, and is only called "clay" because its texture and working properties resemble...
Introducing Ronit Golan
"My Creation process is like a romantic comedy movie - it always has a Happy Ending."
"Color is everything. It is Taste. It is Harmony. It is a feeling. It is nature. Color is breathing. When working with color I feel it by breathing it unconsciously. When I combine some colors together I feel my breathing, if it smooth - then the colors are balanced, if it stops - then there is no balance."
"I have to be amused with my creation process, feel excited like a child, like the first time I'm doing it ever, like I just discovered something new, I have to feel stimulated like I never want to stop. And then I feel joy. Somehow all of those feelings are 'melt' into my creations and finally reflects Happiness. Can you feel it?"
Introducing Hagit Shechter Hurvitz
Found on Hagit's flickr profile and translated from her website.
On my website and Flickr gallery you can find a whole world of inner fantasy, expressed in various forms, textures, and styles.
My main technique is millefiori. In this technique, I assemble a tube made of a few colored strands. Sliced together, they create an exact pattern all the way across, like sushi. As I cut the tube into identical slices, the real party begins - combining the slices and creating a finished product."
Introducing Marcia from Mars Design
Quoted from Marcia's Flickr and translated from her website
"I believe that every person should live life to the fullest and dare to be happy. Sometimes, the creative process can bring fulfillment. I invite you to visit my world of creation. Enjoy."
Selected Items for Sale by Mars Design
FLORAL GOLD PENDANT
$18.00
Introducing Tami Shvat
Quoted from her Flickr profile
I have been painting most of my life. About three years ago I discovered the polymer clay and its colors and possibilities conquered me. Now days I am approaching to the watercolor again. Not sure for how long...
Oh, yes - we have two redhead grandchildren! Thank you for your visit."
Selected Items for Sale by Tami Shvat
Orly Rabinowitz
http://www.flickr.com/people/orlyrab/
Key Chains
Cell Phone Ornaments
Magnets
Introducing Orly Rabinowitz
Quoted from her flickr profile
"I create for more than two years with polymer clay, cover translucent glass vessels, and have lots of fun!"
Introducing Iris Mishly of arcoIRIS
Quoted from her blog
I am always exploring new methods of work and the internet is my best friend for that matter, I write a daily column in an Israeli polymer clay forum, this column is for all polymer clay hobbyists (starters and advanced). I introduce new techniques, new artists, an interesting piece of art or just plain inspiration. You are more then welcome to take a look and enjoy the wonder of polymer clay."
Selected Items for Sale from arcoIRIS
Did You Know?
Three of the artisans featured in this lens have more than 50,000 views on their Flickr photos!
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ideadesigns
Awesome! Very pretty craft. 5 stars. Posted July 11, 2008 |
