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Wire
wrapping is one of the oldest methods of making jewelry by hand. Wire
art of some form has been used by many civilizations through out history
for centuries. The craft has been found as far back as the Ancient
Phoenicians, even found in Egyptian tombs dating 4000 years ago. It is
said the first piece of jewelry made entirely of wire was produced by an
Egyptian goldsmith. These designs and techniques have been passed down
through the ages and are still seen in jewelry today.
There are wire artists today who practice and use these same techniques
in their work. Dallas Lovett has the uncanny ability to look at color,
form and shape from a different point of view, which can be seen in his
work. He is inspired by the rich textures and forms in nature in the
many regions of the world. His art can easily be categorized into
inspirational groups; organic forms, floral, architectural design and
more.
Dallas Lovett’s designs have captured the attention of many across the
globe, “whose distinctive, intricately wire worked jewelry designs could
be described as “modern baroque” for all the fantastic twists and turns
within each piece” said Editor in chief of Beadwork magazine, Marlene
Blessings. “His style is so distinctive that if you see a student
wearing one of his pieces...., you can tell immediately that she/he has
taken a Dallas Lovett class”, said Doris Coghill in an article she wrote
about him for Beadwork Magazine.
His
philosophy and approach to design is to take his chosen medium to a
higher professional standard. Many people think that Dallas’s work looks
advanced, but the way it is broken down step-by-step, he makes it easy
to follow, allowing the students to create a successful finished piece
in class, whether they are beginners or advanced. He actively encourages
each student’s growth and further exploration of the arts.
For
15 years Dallas has been teaching at shows, bead stores, Bead societies,
nationally and internationally. He is credited and awarded in many
competitions through out his design career. Dallas always has something
new to offer his students and his out going approach to teaching,
creates a fun learning atmosphere in the classroom, hence the phrase
“Weave it, Wire it, Lovett. |
