Rebellious Beads: Advanced Dimensional Bead Patterns
Rebecca began her art training as a scientific illustrator with an emphasis on botanical Illustration. After working as a botanical illustrator for 16 years she discovered her love of beading and has followed her interest in both art forms for the last 12 years. Under Sharon Bateman's tutelage, she learned the ins and outs of beading with dimension. She then developed her own style of relief work on top of her highly detailed bead embroidery. Rebecca's active involvement in the art world includes teaching and mentoring interested students. She has won awards for her beadwork. She exhibits her artwork and beadwork in the United States as well as New Zealand. Rebecca lives and works in Christchurch, New Zealand. www.rbrown.co.nz Sharon Bateman is best known for her many magazine articles, appearances on DIY''s Jewelry Making show, and craft book titles that include Findings and Finishings, the Morning Rose Rosette, Peepers and Creepers, and Over the Edge. She invented and manufactures the Sharondipity Tube Looms; Plexiglas looms designed for specific projects. She is available for questions or comments though her web site www.sharonbateman.com