J. Baskerville Designs
One-of-a-kind Handmade Art Jewelry
About Janet Baskerville
My ethnic heritage and lived experiences are the foundation of my creative work. I’m drawn to three‑dimensional forms because the process feels intuitive and deeply tactile. My pieces often emerge through a blend of construction methods such as —metal forging, wire wrapping, wire weaving, beading and resin casting. I’m fascinated by the way these materials and techniques interact, transforming into finished pieces that carry a distinctive ethnic sensibility and evoke a sense of story.
Contact me if you are interested in a commissioned piece and I will work with you to create the one of a kind piece of your dreams.
Selected Galleries And Art Shows
- Arts Mid Hudson Dutchess Handmade Art Gallery, Poughkeepsie,NY
- Fall for Art Virtual Art Show and Fundraiser, Kingston,
- In The Making Art & Craft Show, Bethel Woods, NY
- Art Bar Gallery, Kingston, NY
- Mill Street Loft Art Center, Beacon & Poughkeepsie,
- Wolfgang Art Gallery, Montgomery, NY
- Taste of New Paltz Art & Craft Show, New Paltz, NY
***1000 Jewelry Inspirations – Beads, Baubles, Dangles and Chains
Sandra Salamony – Quarry Books
So, this is the story about me getting published… In 2008, Sandra Salamony, a jewelry designer and writer with Quarry Books, reached out to me on Etsy. She was in the process of putting together a book of inspirational designs by jewelry artist on Etsy. She wanted to know if I would be interested in having some of my work in the book. After I picked my mouth up off the floor and did a little digging into who Sandra was… I said yes, of course! I would be honored! I had to get the ball rolling quickly because there was a deadline; I needed pictures fast. In a panic, I reached out to my artist friends and thankfully, a friends
husband was more than happy to take the pictures I needed. They were perfect.
When the book was finally published, I was astounded that they chose all the designs I submitted for publication! All 17 of my designs from beaded, vintage, repurposed, mix media were included in the book. To this day, I am honored to be included in such a beautiful book with the works of some talented Jewelry Artist!
This book can be purchased here.
Contact me if you are interested in a commissioned piece and I will work with you to create the one of a kind piece of your dreams.
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