Distinctive Artisan handmade necklaces and fine art paintings are created by artist, Dee Van Houten at DevaArt Studio. Also, each artisan necklace is made with sterling silver components, dichroic, Murano and lampwork glass, raw crystals, Swarovski crystals, genuine sea glass and/or vintage beads, in addition to, a sterling silver chain necklace. Furthermore, there is no nickel in any of the handmade necklaces.
Quality Materials For Artisan Handmade Necklaces
I produce my handmade jewelry products on a very small scale, therefore, I use the most high quality materials for each piece I create. The sea glass is authentic and found on beaches all over the world. Moreover, I only use sterling silver (charms, wire and necklaces) in all of my designs. Next, each dichroic, lampwork and Murano glass bead or charm are all handmade. The Murano glass is handmade in Italy, in addition to, the lampwork and dichroic glass pieces are handcrafted by artists from around the world.
Flower Artisan Handmade Murano Glass Necklace
Fine Art Paintings
There are several collections in which to choose artwork from, for example, LifeExpressions, which are personal paintings (custom order), SoulWorks spiritual art and Animal Art included in the list below. Furthermore, original art and beautiful giclee art prints can be purchased at devaart.com.
LifeExpressions are personal paintings (custom order) for a loved one, special friend or even yourself. In additions, they feature what someone is passionate about in their life. Moreover, this type of artcaptures the essence of the person and what they love. For instance, the LifeExpressions custom order below is called, The Hunter and was created for someone who is patriotic and loves nature, hunting and family.
SoulWorks Spiritual Art
Healing colors that I use in my paintings play a very important role in creating spiritual art. Equally important, is that I capture the essence and then express it in images residing in nature. In fact, this is always an intuitive action on my part which creates a sense of mystery and blends nature with the Divine.
In my artisan handmade crystal necklaces collection, I use all natural raw crystals such as rose quartz, Brazilian raw quartz, purple flash quartz, moonstone, rainbow quartz, amethyst and several others. I also use beautiful Swarovski crystals, sterling silver components and/or vintage beads in the designs. All of my crystal necklaces are given a name that inspires me as I work with the crystal.
“Blossom” Crystal and Vintage Bead Necklace
Handmade necklaces: expressive, meaningful designs inspired by nature.
One-of-a-kind designs (no two are ever alike)!
Free artisan handcrafted pierced earrings with each order (limited stock).
Names are given to each special necklace I design.
Some necklaces may be designed with copper components, Swarovski crystals and/or vintage beads.
Artisan Handmade Crystal Necklaces and Sea Glass
All of the sea glass I use in my artisan handmade necklace designs are made with genuine sea glass from around the world. Other materials used in the sea glass necklace designs are Swarovski crystals, sterling silver components and/or vintage beads.
Beach: Artisan Handmade Seaglass Necklace
Cuff Bracelets
My decorative, open metal cuff bracelets are hand-etched and hand-hammered, which gives them a textural, contemporary look. They are designed in a free-form style. Cuffs vary in widths. Lightweight and durable, aluminum is the material used for my cuff. bracelets. Aluminum is safe to wear because it is non-toxic. Furthermore, aluminum is hypoallergenic and does not tarnish or rust. For example, it does not oxidize like other metals do. Always remove cuff while cleaning or doing things that involve toxic chemicals. In addition, lightly buff the cuff bracelet occasionally with a jewelry cloth that will be given with each cuff.
Artisan Handmade Jewelry Expressive Word Necklaces
This inspiring collection is intended for people who relate to a particular word that is special to them. It could be a word of encouragement, an uplifting word or a word of hope. In this handmade jewelry collection I use a mix of various components such as, sterling silver, genuine sea glass, raw crystals, Swarovski crystals, vintage beads and/or raw/solid copper. I call these expression word necklaces. Custom orders are offered for this collection if you have a special word that you want incorporated into the design.
This blog post will seek to inform artists who desire and are passionate about having success in moneymaking art jobs. Learn about which of these jobs may interest you. Furthermore, find out how to investigate the numerous ways to make a lucrative income from your art. And, so much of it can be accomplished from your home studio or office.
This seems to be the new direction many people, including artists, are (or have to) taking during these stressful times we are all experiencing. But you still have to make money to support yourself and your family, right? So, this post will include information about giclee printmakers, video editing, graphic design, interior design and drafting, to name only a few jobs in this field.
Moneymaking Art Jobs
Giclee Printmaker
Video Editor
Graphic Design
Interior Design
Drafting
Art. It has long since been one of the founding pillars of human experience. Fine art paintings, sculpture, pottery or commercial art, have the capability through skill, talent and a lot of hard work, to enliven, uplift and/or emotionally enhance most circumstances. Those who create different types of art has gained the appreciation of many people. Yet, for the immense effort many artists put into their work, they are rarely paid what they deserve.
Taking Advantage of the Digital Age
Although we will discuss a number of methods for generating income through various art jobs, a common theme of these particular jobs is that they are practices carried out digitally, and this is by no means a coincidence. The digital age has allowed artists more opportunities to reap a profit from their own creative endeavors than ever before. As a result, with the global reach of the internet, the potential size of your audience is now virtually unlimited. To illustrate, we will examine various methods aspiring artists can explore to generate sizable, even substantial, incomes.
Video Editor
To start off our list of potential moneymaking art jobs, let’s take a look at the role of a video editor. The median salary of a video editor is around $65,000 and the job generally tends to require little experience, outside of proof of ability in and of itself; so this is why we viewed it as particularly favorable to first mention it in our list.
Video editing can certainly be a high-paying art job. Equally important, it can also be considered a bit of a scientific job as well. This is due to the in-depth comprehension of technicalities and details regarding video capture and alteration that one needs in order to do the job effectively. More than these, however; video editing relies on fundamentally artistic skills such as tone, color and pacing anc angles.
While there are a multitude of jobs and careers in the art world that show signs of stagnation or worse, video editing is distinguished in that it encompasses so many distribution mediums. For example, movies, TV shows, sporting events, documentaries and more. Consequently, its value as a job in the art field could never be diminished. As a result, the field of video editing has a 22% expected annual growth rate as a career.
Graphic Designer
The next job in the field of art to look at is that of a graphic designer. Graphic design is conceptually very similar to video editing, which is why we wanted to make it second on the list. For instance, both graphic design and video editing can be considered to have heavily scientific/secular aspects to them.
Like video editors, graphic designers must be proficient in a multitude of technical practices and procedures. In fact, graphic designers must focus their technical expertise in the use of design software and developmental platforms. That said, the core concept of a graphic designer is their ability to recognize artistic mediums and how they can be used for visual and aesthetic effect. A graphic designer should also have these attributes: a strong design sense and solid skills, such the handling of value and color.
Unfortunately, unlike video editing, graphic design has a negative annual growth rate; at a level of -4%. Although, this should not deter aspiring graphic artists. For example, this fact has mainly to do with the diminishing of certain industries such as the newspaper industry. In fields that are concerned with digital work and distribution, graphic design is more lively than ever, and as such, you can expect to net approximately $55,000 a year if you become an efficient, skilled graphic designer.
Drafting
Next up on the list of moneymaking art jobs is what is known in the art community as drafting. Drafting is a little different from the other jobs on this list, as it’s primary purpose is the production of sketches and other forms of visual communication for practical use within industrial fields such as, architecture and engineering.
Drafting is a crucial aspect for efficient communication of ideas within fields like engineering and architecture. These particular fields assists the viewer in 3D visualization of an object or area. This is vital to the practical understanding of how something functions and operates. Drafters, as they are called, perform this task through making use of software in order to create technical illustrations based on the designs of architects and engineers.
Utilizing a multitude of technologies, drafters work off of rough sketches to aid in designing products and projects. For example, these can range from microscopic chips to massive buildings. Although this field has a negative growth rate as of now, this is offset by the high salary and low experience requirements. Those with an associates degree or above can expect to make $60,000 starting off, with the top 10% of performers pulling in six-figure salaries.
Giclee Printmaker
The next art career on this list is that of a giclee printmaker. This rather niche, yet prosperous art field is primarily concerned with the creation of fine art prints through the use of inkjet printers.
Here is an example of a giclee print reproduced from an original piece of art:
The term giclee was coined by Jack Duganne around 1990. Duggane was a printmaker who wanted a way of distinguishing between the modified, fine art reproductions of adapted Iris printers versus those of regular commercial purpose, and so the term was born as a moniker of distinction. Over time, however, the term has been coined to denote any form of inkjet printing process with pigment ink in general.
A giclee printmaker can be profitable for anyone who aspires to become a knowledgeable expert in this field. For instance, the fact that it is one of the most reliable methods for artists and collectors to have reproductions made of their favorite works of art because not everyone can afford original art. Giclee prints will usually be judged and priced by how accurately the printmaker captures the color, tones, subtle gradations and general aesthetic of the original piece.
Moneymaking Art Jobs: Interior Design
And last, but certainly not least, let’s explore the career path of interior design. Interior design is exactly what it says, the process of designing interiors. For example, this type of design work can be for houses, workspaces and other places that need this kind of expertise. Interior designers must have a keen eye for how to utilize interior space, both from a functional and purely aesthetic standpoint.
It will be up to the interior designer to organize the various furniture, wall decor and all other interior items in a way that both makes practical and cohesive sense. And it should have eye-appeal to the owner of the space or anyone who may look at the space. Contemporary Interior designers will often make use of different software platforms and rough sketches to help perform this task. To illustrate, creating premium designs that can be efficiently implemented in both commercial and residential places is ideal. Interior designers get paid a solid salary but they may also want to search for projects within high-wealth areas that have a demand for their premium services.
Closing Statement
The various moneymaking art jobs that were talked about in the previous paragraphs may interest you in learning one or more of those trades. But you will need to do more intensive research to find what is appropriate for you. We hope this post has been helpful to any aspiring artist in making a living from their talent and passion. This world always needs creative artists to spread their talents in outside and interior environments. Lastly, never quit…keep doing what you love and doors will open for you. It takes a lot of very hard work and determination, persistence and spunk to make it anywhere in the art field!
Commissioned to paint Noah’s Ark as a poster for the 2006 New Orleans Mardi Gras was an incredible opportunity. The client who hired me for this freelance job gave me free-reign (music to my artistic ears). This allowed me to paint the animals and ark any way I wanted. And I used my whimsical style, which the client loved. This was the most fun freelance job I’ve ever experienced. You will love the Mardi Gras art prints!
Noah’s Ark Mardi Gras Poster
Mardi Gras art prints are available as giclee prints.
Uplifting and cheerful artwork.
25% off giclee prints
Mardi Gras Art Prints
Noah’s Ark is now available as a high resolution giclee fine art print. You receive 25% off of this print when you sign-up for my mailing list. I only send out emails when I have a new original or giclee print to announce. You will never get bombarded with too many emails from me. Buy this charming fine art print from my gallery-store website at devaart.com. All purchases are secure.
This is what the final poster looked like:
Noah’s Ark Mardi Gras
Noah’s Animals
Noah’s Ark is a fanciful giclee art print. To illustrate, it features playful animals in pairs afloat in the ‘sea’ of the Mardi Gras parade. And the playful pairs of animals all join in the Mardi Gras celebration. They throw the beads into the sea, play music and dance among the confetti floating through the air.
Dressed up penguins are standing on either end of the ark throwing beads into the sea. Likewise, one of the toucans wearing a party hat sits on top of the Bourbon Street lamp post. And the elephant holds the post up with his trunk.
Furthermore, mice, raccoons, ladybugs and puffins join in this upbeat Mardi Gras celebration. Tropical fish play and throw beads over to the starfish who are dancing on top of the water surrounding the ark. Also, two sea-horses wearing fancy beads sit atop the billowy waves.
The Ark
The ark resembles a Dutch-like design with beautiful flowers painted across its body. Two lovely butterflies flutter around the ark. Pieces of colorful confetti float through the sky around them. And Westie dogs poke their inquisitive heads out through portholes. This delightful painting would look great in a kids room. Anywhere you want to present a colorful, fun and uplifting feeling, this print would fit the bill.
Art creates calm environments in your home or workplace. How do you feel when you look at a piece of art, for example, a painting or sculpture? Viewing art can produce tranquility and peace of mind, as well as a sense of calmness. Who doesn’t want or need that?!
In times of uncertainty (like we are currently having) that creates a lot of anxiety for many people, art is especially needed. I connect deeply with many different paintings, for instance, the work titled, Flaming June. This artwork was created by Sir Frederic Leighton in 1895. A reproduction of this soothing painting hangs in my bedroom. It really does bring me a sense of peace every time I look at it.
I love visiting art galleries and museums. I’ll never forget when I viewed Luncheon of the Boating Party by Pierre-Auguste Renoir. It moved me to tears, I was so overwhelmed, but in a good way. This good feeling stayed with me as I was so engrossed in this painting. I looked at it for at least 30 minutes and could not get enough of this remarkable work of art.
You too can see this beautiful painting! It is displayed in the Phillips Collection at the Phillips Memorial Gallery in Washington, D.C. Seeing this painting positively uplifted me in more ways than I’ll ever know. It’s time for another trip to this gallery and to see one of my favorite works of art!
Connect To A Calming Artwork
Silky Waters – Watercolor
Silky Waters is a watercolor I painted which has a very calming aura about it. The silent moving fish and the soothing blue-green colors create a tranquil feeling. These lovely tropical fish swim gracefully in and out of the picture plane. The shapes of the fish are free flowing and colors are softly naturalistic. I own the original because I couldn’t part with it, but you can own this serene painting reproduced as giclee fine art prints. Available at devaart.com.
How Art Creates Calm Environments In Your Home or Workplace.
Creating art or crafts helps to focus your mind. To illustrate, I get in a meditative state when I paint my intuitive artworks. Therefore, it has calming effects and can help to lower stress and anxiety. You don’t have to be an artist to create!
Coloring books made for adults are a wonderful tool to help relieve stress. They are not the kind of coloring books made for children. The artwork produced in these coloring books are beautiful. You can buy them almost anywhere. Give it a try to calm down a tough day you may have had!
If you want to create a calming environment in your home or workplace, think about buying a piece of art! It can promote a sense of healing every time you look at it. Your connection with the artwork is also important. Art is very personal and you will know if you have a connection with the artwork.
Serenity Brings Calmness
Serenity, the original alcohol ink painting seen above will be for sale after I mount it and ready to hang (no frame). This painting was created in greens, yellows, blues and oranges (the butterfly) in the medium alcohol ink which waterproof and permanent. Several UV varnish coatings are applied to protect from dust/dirt. The flowers, greenery, dragonfly and butterfly are very peaceful and serene images. Serenity is a little jewel of a painting may be just want you want to look at for a piece of calmness in your life. For instance, you could hang it in a cozy nook that you’ll pass by a lot. The image size is 5″ x 7″.
