Art Deco Jewellery on Mae West
I’m working on a design for a wall hanging featuring an art deco design. (In my other life I work as a freelance writer and artist) and I needed some help.
The wall hanging is made from recycled material and at the centre it’s got a large moon, reflected in water with the profile of a glamorous woman to the right. She’s stood in a way so that it looks like she’s holding the moon and this woman couldn’t just be anyone. It had to be an art deco woman. From her silhouette, I wanted her to be synonymous with art deco style, celebrating the glamour and decadence of the era. So who did I go to for inspiration? Mae West of course!
Mae west, best known as actress, screenwriter and of couse, sex symbol was perfect for providing the motivation I needed. She was known for her wit and double entendres, many of which still feel great to say. My favourite Mae West quote being, Read more
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