Ksenia Amador
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads' Contest 2010 featuring Seed Beads Finalist |
Meet the Designer-Artist
Where do you live? Anderson, California What inspires you as a designer-artist? My inspiration comes from everywhere--nature, Nick Jr. cartoons, furniture catalogs--you name it. What materials do you most enjoy working with? Right now I enjoy seed beads. Last year gemstones were my passion. Someday I would like to work with metal and crystals. What is the name of the piece you submitted with your success story? Bluuz What inspired this design? A dress I saw in a clothing catalog. How did it come together? For example, did you plan it out or did it define itself once you began working? Well, I try to plan and often draw my design beforehand. But sometimes beads have a mind of their own. In that case, I follow my instincts. Share Your Background
When and how did you begin making jewelry/beading? I was beadptized (baptized) in 2006. I wanted jewelry that nobody else had. Who introduced you to beading? No one. Do you have an artistic background? I don't think so. How did you discover Fire Mountain Gems and Beads®? Online. I wanted a reliable company. I have no regrets for that decision. I am extremely pleased with Fire Mountain Gems. What other hobbies do you have? I enjoy sewing and cooking. I would like to try candles someday. Beading Success
What role does jewelry-making play in your life? Beading is my hobby. It relaxes me! My two sons are a full-time job, so beading is part-time for now. If you used jewelry-making as a way to bring in income, how are you selling yourself and your jewelry? I attend craft fairs and hope to have my own website soon. The Fire Mountain Gems contest is the only contest I have entered so far. Do you participate in any charity fundraisers? Not yet. Any advice for aspiring jewelry-artists? Be true to yourself and never give up. |