Jenn Bell's designs are visual poetry. In fact, her description of the process on her website is written in poetic verse. She says,
"They're glass
On copper
The glass is ground finer than sugar
And sifted onto a copper plate
Then it's placed in a small electric kiln
The drawings are made from copper wire
They sink into the first layer of glass
And get filled with a different color."
Jenn Bell likes to guide copper wire, but ultimately will let the artwork dictate its own course.
The end results are wonderfully whimsical copper pieces that evoke a feeling of old meets new. They seem loud with personality and yet muted all at the same time. No doubt a collection of these Jenn Bell pieces mounted together will transform any dull wall into a dreamscape.
What's Driving This Trend
- Copper Artwork
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new techniques to combine copper and glass in unique ways, pushing the boundaries of traditional artwork.
- Whimsical Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate whimsical elements into various product designs, injecting personality and intrigue.
- Mixed-media Creations
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with combining different materials, such as copper wire and glass, to create visually captivating and unconventional art pieces.
Who This Affects Most
- Art and Craft
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative materials and methods to traditional art and craft practices, attracting new audiences and revitalizing the industry.
- Home Decor
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop unique and playful home decor items that combine different materials and inspire imagination.
- Gallery and Exhibition
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Curate exhibitions that showcase mixed-media artwork, encouraging artists to explore unconventional materials and techniques.
