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Timothy McMahon
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- Brooklyn, New York
- United States
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nisa blackmon joined Timothy McMahon's group
Handthought
Opining Craft has mutable and personal meaning, Handthought explores craft theory in reaction to objects, life, and text without supposition of a universal definition.See More
Leslie D. Boyd joined Timothy McMahon's groupHandthought
Opining Craft has mutable and personal meaning, Handthought explores craft theory in reaction to objects, life, and text without supposition of a universal definition.See More
Gina Pankowski joined Timothy McMahon's groupHandthought
Opining Craft has mutable and personal meaning, Handthought explores craft theory in reaction to objects, life, and text without supposition of a universal definition.See More
Profile Information
- Where do you live ? City, State and Country
- Brooklyn
- Place of Work ? Example: Studio, College, Gallery, Museum, ...)
- Pratt Institute, 92nd St. Y
- I am a .... Example: Student, Maker, Educator, etc.
- Visiting Instructor & Jewelry Tech
- Your website, DIRECT flickr or DIRECT facebook links where your work can be seen.
- http://www.timothymcmahon.com
- Describe your media/materials you work with
- Jewelry
Fine Art
Pratt
Sculpture
Growth. The swelling, surfacing, and bubbling-up of all manner of THINGS.
The classical techniques and materials I am drawn to serve as a framework to explore somewhat surrealistic concepts, specifically convulsive beauty. I see my work as a hybrid of two aesthetics, bred for a stronger beauty than the parent strains allow; structured and predetermined design (chain, prongs and cabochons) merge with the unbridled growth of pathologies.
The heterogeneous result creates an escalating tension caused by the containment of growth; organic mounds that boil up and present gems, but are themselves captured by gold plated prongs.
I use color to maintain (sometimes tilt) the balance; intense hues that mimic gemstones or layers of fleshy skin tones represent the varied offspring of an experimental pairing.
A persistent component of my inspiration is the incubation of thought;
I believe that design and aesthetics are infectious,
spreading and mutating from one person to the next.
A constant growth.
The classical techniques and materials I am drawn to serve as a framework to explore somewhat surrealistic concepts, specifically convulsive beauty. I see my work as a hybrid of two aesthetics, bred for a stronger beauty than the parent strains allow; structured and predetermined design (chain, prongs and cabochons) merge with the unbridled growth of pathologies.
The heterogeneous result creates an escalating tension caused by the containment of growth; organic mounds that boil up and present gems, but are themselves captured by gold plated prongs.
I use color to maintain (sometimes tilt) the balance; intense hues that mimic gemstones or layers of fleshy skin tones represent the varied offspring of an experimental pairing.
A persistent component of my inspiration is the incubation of thought;
I believe that design and aesthetics are infectious,
spreading and mutating from one person to the next.
A constant growth.
Timothy McMahon's Blog
timothy +jewelry +Munich
Posted on January 6, 2011 at 4:00pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
timothy +jewelry +Munich
I've launched a Kickstarter project to [hopefully] fund a trip to Munich to attend the International Trade Fair where my work…
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John Lunn replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"I think I burned out early. I'm not used to being in a crowd scene that much and snuck away when I needed a break. We'll all meet up again, though, I'm sure!"
Louise Perrone joined Rebecca Rose's group
Showing Publicly and Building a Legacy Privately
For the next 13 months we'll discuss the trials, triumphs, and tribulations of exhibiting in art shows as emerging artists and established artists. Exhibition coverage will be balanced with tips on how to strategically build a legacy over a length of time, in a way that makes sense to your individual goals as an artist. Join us each month! There will be surprises around every corner, with photos, videos, SNAG conference coverage, and occasional interviews by rising artists!See More
Ford/Forlano Art Jewelry replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"John. I am sorry I did not meet you. My fault. I had a massively congested head and was floating around in a bit of a haze from it. I may have some thoughts on your thoughts if I can gather them. glad your writing them…"
John Lunn replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"I agree 100% Brigitte. It is more work than most attendees will ever know to put together a conference like this and I, too, raise a toast of HEAR HEAR! to all involved. It was a great conference.
I hope I will be able to help SNAG with whatever…"
John Lunn replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"While, I'm offering some responses and feelings about the conference, it in no way diminishes the overall view that I really enjoyed it and thought it very worthwhile. All of the presentations and exhibits were valuable and help create a…"
Brigitte Martin replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"Regarding whether or not Toronto was a "good conference", I do respectfully disagree with Harriete. This was my 6th conference (Cleveland, Philly, Houston, Seattle, Phoenix, Toronto) and while I liked them all for different reasons, I…"
Harriete Estel Berman replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"Just to respond to a few sentences in this particular post: John said, "At the SNAG conference almost everyone had a college degree in the arts." Actually I think you might be surprised at the number of people at the Conference and…"
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Showing Publicly and Building a Legacy Privately
- by Rebecca Rose. 2013, SNAG/crafthaus Scholarship Recipient
For the next 13 months we'll discuss the trials, triumphs, and tribulations of exhibiting in art shows as emerging artists and established artists. Exhibition coverage will be balanced with tips on how to strategically build a legacy over a length of time, in a way that makes sense to your individual goals as an artist and maker.
Join us each month! There will be surprises around every corner, with photos, videos, SNAG conference coverage, and occasional interviews by rising artists!
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© 2013 Created by Brigitte Martin.
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Hi Tim!!!
How r u!!
Thank you for the congratulating me,, I'm sorry too late,,: )
I saw your video and conglatulations!!!
Your membership is valid through April 15, 2012.
Enjoy crafthaus, participate often :-)
Dear Timothy,
Thanks for wanting to add Ethical Metalsmiths as a friend on crrafthaus! The best way to keep in touch with what we are doing to an receive opportunities for jewelers and metalsmiths is to sign-up for our e-mailing list. I included the sign-up link below.
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All the best with your Kickstarter project!!!
Cheers,
Christina
It's great to see your work here. Hope you are having a good summer!
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