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11/8/08 - Special Holiday Pricing for Art to Wear on JMJefferies.com
Pasadena – Pasadena artist JM Jefferies, announces 10% off her extraordinary jewelry including a new collection of hair adornments, all under $10. Already at attractive prices for one-of-a-kind pieces, all merchandise purchased on her site, jmjefferies.com, will carry the discount until Christmas day.
Jacqueline Jefferies has recently expanded her collection by adding hairpins, cuff links and hair bands into the mix. All hairpins are unique and can be combined with each other and used in multiples for optimum impact. The intertwined beads and colorful accents add unexpected interest to any hair style. The inspired headbands are feminine and whimsical with ribbon and beads. Also Jefferies is expanding her line of cufflinks tailored perfectly for the man who seeks to add personality and artistic flair.
Wearable art is creation on the move. All of Jefferies’ pieces exhibit her exuberant personality and vivacious spirit. Characterized as a contemporary folk artist, she is passionate and gifted, doing work she believes is the culmination of her love for detail, unique materials, and color.
Bold jewelry is encouraged by this seasons’ fashion magazines; “If a woman wears a piece of jewelry, let it be large,” trumpets Bazaar Magazine.
Jefferies jewelry is a statement to be sure. Every piece is one-of-a-kind, crafted with yards of twisted wire, beads and natural objects. “Women who love art, women who have personal style, make up most of my customers,” the artist notes.
She has also developed a unique painting style. Today, Jefferies prefers depicting animals, particularly dogs, in her wildly colorful portraits, many of them commissioned by proud owners. And, while there is not time prior to Christmas to have a custom portrait, finished gift cards for a painting to be done in the New Year can be arranged for a most unusual and very personal gift.
See all of Jefferies’ work at jmjeffries.com.
Note: Jacqueline Jefferies is available for interviews.

 

11/8/08 - Special JM Jefferies Studio Sale Offers One-Of-A-Kind Jewelry Art, Nov. 8

Pasadena – As the holidays approach, the search begins to find the perfect gift. Shoppers can solve many shopping challenges during an exceptional studio sale on Saturday, Nov. 8. Jacqueline Jefferies is holding a semi-annual sale of her jewelry art, soft sculptures, and paintings on Nov. 8, from 11 a.m-6 p.m. at 661 S. Los Robles, Pasadena, CA 91106.
Wearable art is creation on the move. All of Jefferies’ pieces exhibit her exuberant personality and vivacious spirit. Characterized as a folk artist, she is passionate and gifted, doing work she believes is the culmination of her love for detail, unique materials, and color.
Bold jewelry is encouraged by all this seasons’ fashion magazines; “If a woman wears a piece of jewelry, let it be large,” trumpets Bazaar Magazine.
Every piece of Jefferies jewelry is one-of-a-kind, crafted with yards of twisted wire, beads and objects. Her spirited jewels are conversation starters at a party or just walking down the street.
Jefferies jewelry is a statement to be sure. “Women who love art, women who have personal style, make up most of my customers,” the artist notes.
She has also developed a unique painting style. Today, Jefferies prefers depicting animals, particularly dogs, in her wildly colorful portraits, many of them commissioned by proud owners.
“I love animals and worked with them for many years. I get into their personalities before beginning a portrait, then add whimsy and frequently outrageous hues to their faces. When I was a kid, I knew I wanted to be either an artist or a veterinarian. In my own way, I am combining those interests,” she says.
When you walk into Jefferies’ studio you are greeted with the faint aroma of incense, a sea of multi-colored carpets, vivid artwork on every wall, and necklaces, earrings and bracelets hanging on anything that doesn’t move. Every square inch of her home is covered with color, ready to greet you. Her exuberant personality, vivacious spirit and thirst for art is obvious from the moment you meet her.
Wise shoppers will find one-of-a-kind gifts for one-of-a-kind recipients on Nov. 8 and at www.jmjeffries.com.

 

11/17/08 Pasadena artist JM Jefferies sets site for wearable art lovers

Los Angeles -- Wearable art is creation on the move. Jacqueline Jefferies has held private semi-annual sales of her jewelry collection for years, but clients and admirers of her work have convinced her to put her bold jewelry, soft sculptures and paintings on a web site, jmjefferies.com. All are products of her exuberant personality and vivacious spirit. Characterized as a folk artist, Jackie is passionate and gifted, doing work she believes is the culmination of all her eccentric love for detail, unique materials, and color.
Every piece of jewelry is one-of-a-kind crafted with yards of twisted wire, beads and objects. Her spirited jewels are conversation starters at a party or just walking down the street.
“I was at a Trader Joe’s and a woman turned around and actually yelled, ‘Outstanding, simply outstanding!’ It was very memorable for me, very encouraging,” says Jackie.
Bold jewelry in fashion is encouraged by all this seasons’ fashion magazines; “If a woman wears a piece of jewelry, let it be large,” says Bazaar Magazine.
Jackie’s jewelry is a statement to be sure. “Women who love art, women who have personal style, make up most of my customers,” she notes.
Jackie’s family moved from Sandusky, Ohio to Glendale, Calif., when she was 3 ultimately settling in nearby Tujunga. Her mother was a creative spirit, who wrote children’s books. Perhaps because the TV was rarely turned on, Jackie began drawing at the age of 5. Working with fabric and thread her mother used in her own handmade projects, Jackie began to explore three-dimensional expression as well as painting on anything stationary.
She also developed a unique painting style. Today, Jackie prefers depicting animals, particularly dogs, in her wildly colorful portraits, many of them commissions by proud owners.
“I love animals and worked with them for many years. I get into their personalities before beginning a portrait, then add whimsy and frequently outrageous hues to their faces. When I was a kid, I knew I wanted to be either an artist or a veterinarian. In my own way, I am combining those interests,” says Jackie.
Museum shops have carried Jackie’s soft sculptures that are covered in detailed embellishments including beads and hand-painted lettering. “I have very special people on my holiday gift list and these pieces are so unique. Every one has a personality,” says Susan, a new admirer of Jefferies’ creative hand.
Indeed. With the holidays fast approaching, wise shoppers will find one-of-a-kind gifts for one-of-a-kind recipients at www.jmjefferies.com.
Note: Interview with artist available upon request.