Shelia Fernekes

Black Magic

Journey Cuff

Dreaming of Juneau

Shelia Fernekes

As long as I can remember, I’ve had a relationship with art. I love the feel of pencil to paper, of brush to canvas, of hand to fiber. I draw on my background as an art teacher and graphic designer for the painterly approach i use in my craft. With beadwork, I discovered a way to explore color, pattern and texture that has set me on an exciting journey.

Each of my pieces is a unique composition with a distinct personality. I find my inspiration in everything from a Santa Fe sunset to a Monet painting to the rhythms of Renaissance music. Using ancient beadweaving techniques to create contemporary sculptural beaded art for women and men to wear, display and enjoy has become my passion.

My current work is based on progressions, and how even small, incremental changes over time can transform the everyday into something extraordinary.