Leslie Shershow

Taking Pictures

leslie — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 23:42:28 +0000

Taking pictures of work is my favorite thing to do. I’m kidding. I hate it, I absolutely hate it- from setting up, to squatting under hot lights, to photoshopping, to realizing that a piece was out of focus so then you have to start the process all over again! However, it sure beats paying a professional $100 a picture! That being said, I am not a professional, and don’t always take perfect pictures.
People have been asking me lately how I set up my photo-shoots, so here is a pic of my set-up. It took Ashley Vick and I many long, frustrating nights to create this set-up, but now that we have it figured out, I’m more than happy to share it!

From bottom to top: black acrylic sheet, a spacer (I used glass candle holders), a piece of glass (dust and streak free!!!!), my piece, a sheet of vellum or mylar, photoflood lights (these are blue lightbulbs). It helps to have the mylar or vellum stretched across a large frame of some sort, instead of taping it to tables and chairs. That way, the mylar won’t have any waves or wrinkles, because it will reflect on the glass. Also, have some dust-off and windex handy.

The finished picture!

Alternative Material Jewelry Intensive at SMFA

leslie — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 00:37:18 +0000

Once again, I’ll be teaching the Alternative Material Jewelry summer intensive at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Monday–Friday 9 am–6 pm June 25–June 29. Spread the word! We had a lot of fun last year, and it’s pretty awesome to get 2 credits in 5 days (you don’t need to take it for credit either).
Here’s the description:
Contemporary art jewelry need not be constructed from metal to be considered precious or wearable. Found objects and alternative materials may be employed to create meaning that could not otherwise be conveyed. This course is an in-depth exploration of alternative materials, such as plastics, resins, fabric, wood, rubber and found objects. Classes will include technical demonstrations, discussions, field trips, slide shows and material studies, with an emphasis on experimentation and problem solving. Students will be encouraged to try new techniques and to experiment with interesting materials to create new methods and develop their own style and aesthetic. Technical demonstrations will cover cold connections, stone setting, acrylics, resins, stone cutting, moldmaking and carving. Upon completing of the course, students will have a greater understanding of alternative materials, along with technical samples and finished pieces of jewelry.
For more information, visit:

http://smfa.edu/ce-summer

To register online:

http://smfa.edu/register

Unofficial Handbag Project

leslie — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 19:53:58 +0000

For a fundraising event, we were given designer handbags to re-purpose. I chose a Louis Vuitton sea foam green patent leather bag. I don’t have any pics of the finished pieces I donated, however, here’s an off-shoot piece I made for a friend.

The bag before….

New Work

leslie — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:36:01 +0000

Here is some more work from the “Home Improvement” Series

Workshops at Art League Houston

leslie — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 21:02:45 +0000

I will be teaching a couple of workshops at the Art League Houston this Spring! “Plastic Casting for Jewelers” will be a three day workshop April 7, 14, and 28. “Riveting Rivets and Cold Connections” will be May 12 and 19. For the class descriptions, visit their website and scroll down.

Some New Work

leslie — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:26:15 +0000

Seat

Leak

Weight

Mooring

Earring Slam Jam this Saturday!!!!

leslie — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:35:42 +0000

Come to 18 Hands Gallery this Saturday, January 18th from 11-5, for the 2nd annual Earring Slam Jam!
Melissa Walter and I will be selling our earrings, along with some special collaborative pieces! (pictures to come).

With 16 participating artists, join us for champagne, chocolate fondue and strawberries while you shop for earrings.
Artists will have booths and some will also be demonstrating.
Nothing over $75!!!!!!!!!

Heidi Lowe Multiples Exhibition 2011

leslie — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:42:38 +0000

The Multiples show opens tomorrow! Heidi Lowe Jewelry in Rehoboth, Delaware.

New Work

leslie — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 02:09:45 +0000

Here are some new pieces of jewelry I’ve made since I’ve been in Houston. They are inspired by the beauty of wonky home improvements and things that are on the cusp of being utilitarian. More to come.

NEW PLASTIC JEWELRY!

leslie — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 20:57:29 +0000

In attempt to make jewelry that is more affordable, I have been casting my Quilted series in plastic. It is available for sale in my shop http://leslieshershow.bigcartel.com/ and at my studio at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft. Custom colors are available as well- just ask!