What is your definition of artistry? Can you examine a piece of cloth, a paint-streaked canvas, or a design table, and make a clear unequivocal pronouncement as to what you see? Artistry, and artists, exist in a vacuum– completely insulated from the trappings of the world around them. This is how their creativity brews and bubbles, and they’re able to nurture and perfect their craft in a way that speaks from their soul. It is how we are awed by what they create. True artistry shocks us with its boldness and fresh spirit. Here’s an example of bold and fresh:
These are some pictures from My Jewelry, My Life, Me– a gorgeous visual blog created by Jessica Dickens– where wonderfully unique jewelry with a human feel is made. These pieces, done by Ms. Dickens, embody the spirit, strength and uniqueness of their creator. They exude warmth, and meld seamlessly onto each wearer’s body.
Jessica’s task in the new year is to design one piece of jewelry each day for 365 days. The task is both herculean in scope, and magnificent in thought. It’s a project worthy of appreciation and support. I highly recommend you take a peek at the impressive collection she is amassing. You’ll be glad you did.
You can follow Jessica’s blog here: http://www.jessicadickens.tumblr.com/
She’s also on twitter: www.twitter.com/jessicaldickens. Be sure to say hi and tell her wrightandleftreport sent you.
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Nice work, Jessica. Gorgeous pictures. In response to the original question posed, artistry is anything deemed valuable by anyone, including the artist. I love this interpretation, and I believe it with my entire soul.