Inspired by intricate patterns, my new series reflects my continuous desire to further understand the complexities of woven fabric. Hand woven and hand dyed, I have used100% TENCEL® & natural dyes.
My new line of scarves will be ready soon!
Please check back for further information.
Or contact me at danielleortman@hotmail.com
Each skull was hand blown, individual & original. Not for sale/custom peice.
Ourglass studio & gallery
“Through the combination of traditional painting, contemporary print and image transfer technique with textiles, such as lace and kimono silk on wood and canvas, I create decadent pieces that represent the simplicity and beauty of the female form. By exploring concepts of divinity and the sanctity of moments I create emotive snapshots where the viewer [...]
Fri. May 22nd Ourglass Studi0 & Gallery will be hosting an opening for
Kelly Shpeley and her new art exibit, which will be on display throughout June.
This weekend has brought many things in lue of musical entertainment. A nice treat for nelsonites and music lovers alike was the blending of local electro-fusion, robo-rock dude grouping, Digitalis, with local intelligent tongued Cyphanex this past friday night at the Royal. With a re-tooled sound minus their former female singer they were entertaining and [...]
Talk to Richie for 5 minutes and the passion for his craft will become clearly evident.
He exudes enthusiasm and a genuine desire to progress as an artist.
Richie’s invaluable contribution to the Nelson community has been obvious through his locally owned studio & gallery. Ourglass ,where he creates and displays his incredible peices, has been holding well-attended art openings and showcasing different artists monthly. Richie does things with glass that conventional minds couldn’t even imagine.
www.nelsonmuseum.ca
“This exhibit features the work of graduating students from the Kootenay School of the Arts at Selkirk College. Student work from each of the four studios: Clay, Fibre, Jewellery & Small Object Design and Metal will be displayed. KSA’s programs place emphasis on the skills necessary to become a successful and professional arts practitioner. Hands-on [...]
Fresh new special edition tee’s designed by Egypt, coming soon to the Ripping Giraffe Boardshop.
Art & Re-build by Wes Horsfell. Functional with i-Pod dock.
“A handmade item is a precious commodity. I make Wovens and Wearables that are one of a kind, handmade from start to finish. All colours have been hand dyed using natural dyes and the materials I use are sustainable eco-friendly fibres. I am passionate about my art and excited about its perpetual evolution.”
As part of the [...]
Claude Chartier, born April 29th 1959, is a multi-media artist/designer. Montreal born, long-time Nelson BC resident, Claude prides himself on constantly pushing the marriage between alternative materials in all his work. A graduate of Kootenay School of the Arts, from the wood production design program, Claude made good use of all the studio space in the school. Jewlery, [...]
Friday April 17th the Ourglass studio & gallery hosted an art opening for Wes Horsfall’s collection: 1000 aliens. His work will be on display throughout May @ Ourglass, 568 ward St. Nelson BC. DJ Digs provided the music for the evening. We will be profiling Wes Horsfall, Ourglass studio & Gallery, contributing artists, art shows [...]
