The Nice Niche, an online, ongoing visual essay that focuses on artists, small businesses and their trades, featured Kaminer Haislip’s work on their website. To see the layout and essay visit http://theniceniche.com/kaminer-haislip-silversmith-designer/
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My most recent sterling silver and steel jewelry line, Santorini Dome Series, was inspired by my travels to Greece. My husband Matt and I went there on our honeymoon and one of the places we visited in the Greek Isles was Santorini. The island has incredible architecture atop an ancient volcano caldera. One of the distinguishable architectural elements is the blue dome.
From the photographs I took on our travels, I rendered jewelry designs. I chose sterling silver as the main material, because most of Santorini’s architecture is painted white. I selected blued steel to represent the dome feature in several of the pieces. I felt the less precious, rough material would communicate the weathered surface of the domes better than gems or stones.
The final element that inspired this series was Art Deco. The layered motifs, geometric shapes, and clean lines regularly influence my jewelry and silversmithing designs. Additionally, I felt the movement was appropriate to reference, since some elements of the style were influenced by Egyptian architecture and architecture inspired this line.
Fine craftsmanship is an equally important aspect of my work. My design approach is not steered by fashion or trends, but focuses on timeless quality that is durable and lasts. I am devoted to exceptional craftsmanship and all of my work is exquisitely fabricated by hand. My concepts vary for different series, but all of my work is unified by elegant design.
To view my latest series visit http://www.kaminerhaislip.com/portfolio/santorini-dome-series/
Lynn Butler, independent stylist and designer who was formerly a Senior Style Editor for Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, interviewed Kaminer Haislip and posted the complimentary piece on her blog Little Blue Dish. To read the full feature, click on the link below.
Check out Lynn’s website http://www.littlebluedish.com for not only her blog that also includes design and wedding ideas, but also for a gorgeous array of home products!
Sarah Jane Dunaway, the writer and creator behind Clean & Proper, mentioned Kaminer Haislip’s work on the website. She recommended her silver coffeepot on her post The Holidays: For Him and her silver vase on The Holidays: Hostess Gifts. Check out the details via the links below and also learn more about her lifestyle and etiquette company!
The Gibbes Museum of Art Store will be open late Thursday, December 13 from 5:30-8pm to offer shoppers a festive evening of holiday shopping. Local artists and artisans will be on hand to talk about their work, including Kaminer Haislip. Wine and light snacks will be provided and the event is free and open to the public. The Gibbes Museum of Art is located at 135 Meeting Street in downtown Charleston, SC.
Kaminer Haislip’s sterling silver and copper Christmas ornaments are now available for purchase at Dulles Designs, located in downtown Charleston, SC at 89 Church Street. Dulles Designs has an exceptional reputation for expertise in exquisite stationary, high quality products, and distinctive taste.
Kaminer Haislip was honored with the Made in the South Award by Garden & Gun magazine in the Home category. Visit http://gardenandgun.com/article/third-annual-made-south-awards/page/0/2 for the details. For the published article, check out the December/January issue of Garden & Gun magazine.
Silversmith’s creation honors Aiken woman – by Haley Hughes – October 14, 2012
http://www.aikenstandard.com/article/20121014/AIK0101/121019693/0/SEARCH&slId=1
Kaminer Haislip can create a custom silver Christmas ornament based on the historic building, house or church of your choice! From an image provided by the client, she renders the building in a line drawing. The drawing is then transferred to the silver plate, which is available in a round, square, or rectangular shape, and then etched with a chemical. The chemical creates a texture where the lines are, highlighting the form of the building.
All ornaments are made to order and multiples are an option. Additionally, the ornaments can be hand engraved with a date or name.
Contact Kaminer Haislip directly for details and pricing.
The Gibbes Museum of Art has a selection of Kaminer Haislip’s silver objects and jewelry available for purchase in their museum store. Visit the museum to view her work as well as the exciting and varied exhibitions on display. The Gibbes is located in downtown Charleston, SC at 135 Meeting Street.