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Debra Warlan at her studio Photo by Ewa Rumprecht |
Debra Warlan, jeweler from Huntington, created her first memorable jewelry for her own wedding. She still has the cherished pieces in her collection.
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Jewelry by Debra Warlan Photo by Ewa Rumprecht |
Many years of various artistic endeavors followed - a degree in illustration from Fashion Institute of Technology, degree in art education, teaching engagements, commercial textile, trim and ribbon design, toy design, painting on furniture, a recurring, annual project of painting stage sets for a summer art camp. She is very fond of the art of assemblage, three-dimensional compositions of varied media, and has a number of her own framed works in the studio.
Debra turned to jewelry at another momentous occasion - a beautiful necklace, designed for her daughter's prom and greatly admired by all, inspired Debra to focus more on her jewelry making.
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Debra Warlan at work Photo by Ewa Rumprecht |
In the last couple of years she experimented with various esthetic approaches and techniques until she developed her own, highly recognizable style. Debra's jewelry will usually have a brass chain, sparkling rhinestones and/or crystals, sometimes an element with a distinct green patina. She finds/buys older pieces or new items and 'antiques' them to a great effect. She frequently adds some nature related themes - birds, ferns, shells.
She starts with a central piece and then wires or links in additional matching elements. The effect is well balanced, meticulously executed and beautifully presented.
You will get a chance to see more of her jewelry and meet Debra in person at the
Jewelry Extravaganza on December 3rd, 12 - 3 pm at Think Long Island First in Oyster Bay.
For more information about Debra visit her recently relaunched website
DeeMaake.com.
Vintage is definitely my style. For me, it's high-end fashion. I wish could make my own pieces soon so I can design it the way I want them.
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They are so beautiful! love them!
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