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I’ve started creating my three entries for the Etsy Design Awards, inspired by my visit to DCCH. Yet I didnt anticipate to create what I created, but, after further thought, I think I subconsciously did. Instead, I’ve abstracted the black and gold lighting theme to create a very unique piece of office lighting. Below are some videos that capture key moments this week from my process.
I’d returned from a refreshing 5 days holiday by the sea and was inspired to use beautiful natually found items in my home as a basis for my art.


The original inspiration for my black and gold lighting (pictured above) really looks very different to what the fabric ended up looking like.

Then I started špaying frames gold. I did a 15cm and two 20cm frames.

The end result was a curious leopard pattern. The gold and black separated in amazing and unexpected ways. I might be creating a wonderful office lighting gift for leopard lovers 🤓

That’s me hand painting the skins using a combination of fluids and mediums.
Next week I’ll show the finished products. I’m currently in the space of fully understanding what I’m creating but I hope to show you more next week.
Who else do you think might appreciate an elegant black and gold marbled transparent shelflighting gift for their office? I’m thinking.
- Gift for leapord lover?
- Gift for wildlife enthusiast professional?
- Office warming present for Zookeeper?
- Happy birthday/ leaving gift for big cat keeper?
- Lion Man office equipment
- Stylists looking for black and gold alternative
Please leave your answer below.
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