Saturday, March 28, 2009

In The Works: Flying Machines

So I'm sure the first person who thought it would be possible for a human to fly was thought to be insane, and those are the kinda people we gotta love. Once I finish up my artist collaborations, my newest collection is going to be all flying machines, whether they actually flew or not doesn't really matter. Its the idea behind it. So the jewelry will be inspired by Da Vinci's drawings, some of the first airplanes ever, and very old hot air balloons. Lately I've had a fascination with all three of these things. I've never been in a hot air balloon, so I think I'll have to add that to my list of things to do.

DaVinci sketch:

That crazy man everyones talking about:This is a sketch..its a sketch. (sorry had to do my demetri martin lol"wright brothers flying machine:

amelia earhart:


Also an inspiration: my favorite music video ever...Tonight Tonight by The Smashing Pumpkins..check out their flying machine...<33 align="center">

Featured Shop: Armours and Anguish

I just came across this clothing designer/maker on etsy and fell in love. She uses all recycled fabrics and makes some gorgeous dresses& other pretty things.

Website: www.armoursansanguish.com
Etsy:ArmoursansAnguish.etsy.com





Well I'm inspired. xodani

Friday, March 27, 2009

First Post: Artist Collaborations new and old

Being that I'm an artist with lots to share, I decided to create a blog dedicated to my art and other art that inspires me. I want to share artists, models, and photographers that I have discovered just through having "jewelry designer" as part of my life description. I'd say job description, but I don't feel like its really a job, because its something I love.

Some of them I also just find out of curiosity, but I have met and gotten to know a large number of people through my jewelry. It's an outlet where I can express myself and share the things I like with people who have the same interests.

I also think it would be fun to get people excited about the new ideas I have and new jewelry and accessories that will be available before its on my website. So get ready to see some fabulous artists you may never have known before, get to know some very awesome models who wear the greatest jewelry line ever (pinupsodapopjewelry by dani of course!!), and get a sneak peak at all the goodies http://www.pinupsodapop.com/ will have to offer.

So enough of that, I'm hear to excite you with some great news. I have 2 new artist collaborations that will be coming to http://www.pinupsodapop.com/ very soon!!


One of these artists is: Cari Ann Wayman also known as yyellowbird on flickr. I'm a huge huge fan of her work, so I'm really excited about this one.



and the other one is a young new artist who has actually done some work inspired my jewelry. she has a very unique look and uses lots of color which is fabulous.

Chelsea Anne



Here's a list of the past artists I've worked with along with one of the necklaces I made featuring their work. You can also click their name to see their website and get to see a little bit more about what they do. Some of these pieces are still available for purchase here: http://www.pinupsodapop.com/collaborations


Adrian Amiro :

(she also makes wonderful wonderful jewelry found here: shalott lilly fashion couture

Natalie J Watts:

Melissa Modlinski:

Jessica Russo:

Katelan V Foisy:

Katie Owens aka epidemic:Jazz Gutier

and last but not least, mr dear friend evelyn black..

here she is wearing her "mi dulce vida loca necklace" on the left next to the infamous audrey kitching...who for some reason I still haven't been able to convince her to model for me yet.

these can be purchased on her fabulous website: http://www.evelynblack1955.com/MDVL.html

anyway i hope this first blog has struck your interest a bit and even if you don't feel the need to buy an artist collaboration necklace, at least you are now acquainted with some new talented artists. if you have your own blogspot, follow me on your dashboard and you won't ever miss out on anything!! I will be updating this as often as I can. & if your curious I also have a personal blog which you can feel free to check out and follow as well: http://www.danifuckinglamour.blogspot.com.

Enjoy and come back soon!

xodani