Emerald Tides brings together my love of ombre, geometric woodwork, and the Shou Sugi Ban technique—all in one unapologetically green-and-blue mosaic. This post walks through every messy, experimental step: from cutting and arranging wood pieces to burning, painting, and glittering up carved “rivers.” If you’ve ever wondered what happens when optimism meets a table full of tiny wood bits, you’re in the right place!
Step behind the scenes of my very first solo frame project with “Starlit Showgirl”—a vibrant, imperfect, and proudly handmade piece inspired by the bold Orange Era sweeping art and pop culture. From charring wood to layering pink, purple, and orange hues, this post captures the messy magic, lessons learned, and the excitement of creating something uniquely my own.
Discover the step-by-step (and sparkle-by-sparkle) journey behind my “Crystal Tides” art pair, inspired by my husband’s dazzling “Crystal Aurora.” From blank canvas to glitter explosion, follow along with photos, creative confessions, and a few laughs as I turn paint, crystals, and glass into two vibrant, textured works ready for their Etsy debut!
