Russian Filigree

Rio Grande's most recent edition of "For the Love of Jewelers"

Defying Genres (Though Perhaps Not Defying Technology)

First, a warm welcome to the many new people who joined my newsletter this week, and as always my deep appreciation to all my subscribers, many of whom go back more than 10 years. May this twice monthly space provide inspiration for all your aspirations. Second, a big oops tonight because instead of this newsletter…

Caran d'Ache watercolor pencils - Victoria Lansford

Behind the Scenes / Current Projects / drawing / Illumination / Inspiration / Miniatures / New Work / Processes / Russian Filigree

The Drawing feeling of Hiraeth

One of my new favorite words is Hiraeth [hee-REY-eth], a Welsh word that I learned this past spring. Hiraeth lacks an exact English counterpart. It refers to the a yearning for or missing of a space or geography. It comes with a mixture of wistfulness, sadness, grief, and nostalgia for an ideal place of the…

Illumination of the word Hope by Victoria Lansford, 24k gold and watercolor on paper

Art & Critical Theory / Illumination / Inspiration / Russian Filigree / Workshops

A Bigger Table

Like so many things that I’ve watched struggle to evolve over the last 15 months, June, Juneteenth, and the holiday’s recent official, federal status have brought new light and some long awaited changes. Thinking about my posts from June of 2020, we’re a ways away from the National Guard driving tanks through my residential neighborhood…

Corrugated metal bead prototypes made by Victoria Lansford in Cynthia Eid's workshop

Behind the Scenes / Current Projects / Inspiration / Russian Filigree / Teaching

The Art of Play

For decades I’ve advocated the importance of playing in other media or learning new things in a different field from your primary one. Sherlock and his dubious violin playing are a prime example, but seriously, how much longer would the world have waited for Einstein’s Theory of Relativity (General or Special) if it weren’t for…

Three Ariadne’s Thread bracelets with natural peach, white or purplish blue pearls; photo by Pat Vasquez-Cunningham

Art Jewelry / Books / Calligraphy / earrings / Eastern Repousse / Illumination / Inspiration / Instructional videos / Miniatures / Painting / Russian Filigree / Sale / Tools & Supplies

10% Off – Last Chance Before Christmas

All artwork, books, tools, and DVDs upgraded to Priority Mail if ordered by Dec 18. Get 10% OFF on Art Jewelry, Art Prints, Books, DVDS, & Eastern Repousse & Chasing Tools Use code BETTER2021 AT CHECKOUT to see discount pricing. And so much more!!! SALE ENDS DECEMBER 30, 2020.

Sekhmet in Eternity archival print from Giving Voice by Victoria Lansford

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Here’s to a More Beautiful 2021…at 10% Off + Online Workshops

With 2020 being, well…2020’d, we could all use more beauty in this crazy world. Take the drama out of gift giving this year with archival prints of whimsical creatures and divine figures delivered for you. And get 10% off while you’re at it. Hey, maybe give one to yourself! Or give someone you love some…

Giving Voice, Print Edition, "Buddha Watches Over" page spread

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Save While Voicing Your Help

Save when you get or give my multi-award winning art book Giving Voice and feel good about helping those in need. The ability to make a difference for babies’ and children’s health is one of the reasons I turned my best creative work ever into a book that others could read. I donate 10% of…