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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Andrea Bernstein

June 14, 2013 by Valerie

The Artisan Group is proud to announce today’s Artist Spotlight Feature is Andrea Bernstein of AB Glass Jewelry!

We caught up with Andrea and asked her a few questions about her fantastic dichroic glass jewelry and her experiences so far working with TAG. Here’s what she said:

Tell us a little bit about your shoppe. 

My fascination with color and patterns began at an early age. I commenced my training at the National Art League at the age of seven years old and received a scholarship to Pratt Institute at the age of 12 years. Painting with oils, acrylics and watercolors until adulthood, I also dabbled with printmaking, stained glass, photography and accessory design. Always intrigued by dichroic glass, I decided to take a class at a local art league and I was captivated. The possibilities are endless. Each piece is unique and one-of-a-kind because of inherent properties of the glass. Dichroic glass reflects one color while transmitting a completely different color! As a warm glass artist, I continue my journey of self-experimentation by utilizing the techniques of silk screening, etching and engraving on dichroic glass.

Growing up amid the cement walls of the New York City, I was fascinated by a tree outside my window. I often studied it, observing the ways it found life in an otherwise barren place. Its growth represented the ability to flourish and instilled in me a greater adoration for nature. When I began creating pendants, that tree naturally became a representation of my company and the foundation of the “Tree of Life” collection.

As a retired School Psychologist and School Administrator, I have found more time to devote to my creations. I have taken classes at Parsons School of Design and the Corning Museum of Glass in order to enhance my skills. Further, I have recently begun to experiment with lost wax casting and metalsmithing which I am enjoying immensely.


What is your favorite product from your shoppe and why? 
My favorite creation is my Tree of Life necklace which I have named “Winter Dreams” that was on display in the 2013 GBK Golden Globes Gifting Suite. I adore this necklace because its color and sparkle emits a sense of joy and hope despite what may appear to be a cold and dreary winter day.
When you’re not handcrafting such impressive glass jewelry, what are your hobbies? 

When I am not designing glass jewelry, I volunteer as an advocate for children with disabilities. I have dedicated my life to being the “voice” for children who may not necessarily have a say in their life’s path. Additionally, I volunteer as a mentor for high school students who are considering the fine and applied arts as a collegial course of study.


What do you like best about The Artisan Group? 

I became a member of The Artisan Group in April of 2012 to further develop my craft and my business. Not only does TAG offer a great deal of knowledge and support to its members but it has forced me to challenge myself by creating new and innovative designs that I never dreamt of executing. Being a member of the group has elicited a deeper passion for what I love to do.

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AB GLASS JEWELRY

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Andrea recently participated as a display participant in GBK’s Golden Globes Celebrity Gift Lounge held January 11-12, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California in honor of the Nominees and Presenters of the 2013 Golden Globes.
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Comments

  1. Julie says

    June 14, 2013 at 9:29 am

    Gorgeous designs!

  2. Catcophony says

    June 14, 2013 at 11:29 am

    Drop-dead gorgeous!

  3. Heidi Kingman Jewelry says

    June 14, 2013 at 11:31 am

    I have always loved your work — but that Winter Dreams is gorgeous! I really enjoyed reading more about your extensive art background and the origin of your tree of life line. 🙂

  4. Toby Tobias says

    June 14, 2013 at 2:57 pm

    Excellent work from this highly skilled artisan and person of great gifts!

  5. Judy A in Idy says

    June 15, 2013 at 3:54 am

    Andrea, your work is incredible and I enjoyed learning more about you, your background, and the beginnings of you “Tree of Life” line.

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