Artist-in-Residence: Table Rock State Park

Table Rock State Park is in the upstate of South Carolina, only about an hour northwest of where I live, but it’s another world out there - the tall mountains and windy roads, the pitch black sky at night, the never ending hiking trails - there’s no shortage of inspiration.

I recently spent a week as Artist-in-Residence at Table Rock State Park, my 6th residency with the South Carolina State Parks Program. Each time I participate in a residency, the experience changes me. Sometimes in major ways, like becoming confident hiking alone, and sometimes it’s little things, like learning the difference between various woodpecker calls. I explore and create all week, and it fills my soul. Part of me wishes I could do this every day, but then it probably wouldn’t be so special. I get to slow down and sit still if I choose, but most of the time I get out and see as much as possible. The residency is a true gift!

This particular residency included over 25 miles hiked (both inside and outside of the park), it included 27 needle felted pieces, 1 painting, 6 towns visited, 2 nights out in the cold watching the meteor shower, and several exciting creatures sightings including an armadillo, wild turkeys, and a huge black bear on my very last hike of the week.

I hope you enjoy this short recap video that shares a little more about what I did, what I saw, and how it inspired me. It’s so hard to condense a week, which felt like a month (in a good way) into a few minutes of footage!

All of the pieces shown in the video (plus more) are available for purchase on my website. If you see something you like but would prefer a different size or frame, please message me, I’m happy to recreate any of these.

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Studio Graffiti - Colorway Additions

The hand painted Studio Graffiti collection launched last year and was an instant hit. It’s the perfect combination of one-of-a-kind abstract brushstrokes and easy-to-wear styles. Plus, all items are $32 and under, so it’s easy to treat yourself or give as gifts.

This is the first time since the initial launch where I’ve added so many new colorways. What can I say? I was truly inspired! Introducing something bold & bright, something crisp & neutral, and something toned-down and easy to incorporate into your wardrobe.

All pendants and earrings are original paintings on acrylic, laser cut into bold shapes. No two are ever identical, even if they were cutout right next to each other. The material is lightweight, so the larger-scale earrings are still very comfortable to wear (and the wear wire is hypoallergenic). Choose from 3 different pendant styles and 7 earring options.

FRUIT PUNCH: a vibrant combo featuring coral, hot pink, orange, black, and yellow

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PEN PAL: inspired by ink on paper, this classic black & white color combo has blue and gold accents

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GARDEN SAGE: my personal favorite, all the warm neutrals from your herb garden including that blueish green sage, mustard seed, and olive greens

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The Studio Graffiti Collection

I’ve been making a mess in my studio and it’s all for a good cause. The new “Studio Graffiti Collection” is a colorful combination of many materials, techniques and styles I’ve been working in for years, but never quite like this. The modern jewelry collection features hand painted acrylic which is laser cut into bold shapes, and no two pair of earrings or pendants will ever be identical due to the nature of the brushstrokes.

While developing this idea in the last few weeks, I’ve tested out several color palettes and landed on a few favorites to launch the collection. Some of these color combos may come back later if they sell well, and I certainly have ton of new ideas for upcoming colorways, but for now, here’s Night Garden, Carnival, Pool Party, and Urban Sky - all available on the website!

To shortcut your shopping on the website, you can type in “Studio Graffiti” into the search bar to see ALL items in this collection, and you can even search by colorway name if you see a color you like and only want to view jewelry pieces that come in that colorway.

Here’s a peek at my process. Watching painting done as a time-lapse video is kinda magical and you can really see how the pattern builds up on the clear acrylic from the backside. I never quite know what the painting is going to look like until I peel off the protective layer of film and man, that’s a happy moment every time! Enjoy this quick look at how this collection is created. The colorway shown in the video is “Night Garden” and is available on my website.

Ready to do a little shopping! Here’s a 25% off coupon code which is valid on any jewelry item now through the end of June!

Coupon Code: STUDIOGRAFFITI25

Coupon valid on any jewelry item(s) only at www.onceagainsam.com

Coupon not valid on Etsy, fiber art items, or commissions.