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 Kimberley
Poe-Jensen, of Beaded Delights on Hill
has been creating jewelry as art since 2002, and pays special
attention to developing each piece as unique. This means that
every item is truly one of a kind.
"I enjoy
creating jewelry as an outlet for my creativity and as a way
to release stress," she said. Over the years, Poe-Jensen has
changed how she designs and creates jewelry. "I pay attention
to the trends in colors. But more than that, I look at the colors
that inspire me. Sometimes it's the color of a sunset or a sign
on a store."
Other times,
she creates her jewelry with a theme in mind. This year, her
jewelry is a new collection that she calls "Juxtaposition: Mod-tique."
"I have
made some of my pieces to represent antique pieces, but they
are created with new beads and findings," she said. "The
other half of my collection is an unusual combination of 'modern'
and 'antique.' It's kind of like the past meets the present."
The collection
includes necklaces, earrings and bracelets, and a close look
shows they are made using different techniques.
"Some of
my art is made by wire-wrapping, while others are made with
traditional bead wire. I also make memory-wire bracelets, which
are made to fit anyone as one size fits all wrists," she said.
When Poe-Jensen
agreed to be the featured artist, she never thought she would
end up taking the position at "Hello, Galena!" as the gallery
manager. But that is her new title now, along with "jewelry
artist," "free-lance writer," "volunteer," and "mom."
"I am excited
about this phase of my life. My children are getting a little
more independent, which allows me to take on some more hobbies
and work. My son currently attends Kindergarten at Tri-State
Christian School in Galena, which makes it easy for me to spend
time in Galena at the gallery," she said. She and her husband,
Tom Jensen, also have a 3-year-old daughter, who will be attending
preschool this fall.
Poe-Jensen's
work is for sale at Hello Galena, located at 121 N. Commerce
St., in Galena. Find Hello Galena's online map,
store hours and directions.
Be sure
to read about Poe-Jensen's book
released Fall 2009.
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