Since my second book came out (Wiresmithing - The New Look of Wire Art) I constantly get questions from people asking me why they should explore Wiresmithing. So I thought that it would be a good idea to give some reasons wy wiresmithing is such a Big Idea.

1.Wiresmithing gives you the opportunity to create designs that have a more contemporary look and feel. Wirewrap designs are unique and elegant, however, they lack the look that a majority of art jewelry buyers want.

2. It's easier. I teach classes around the country in both wire wrapping and wiresmithing. Many of those who have taken my wirewrapping classes have taken my wiresmithing classes. When the class is over they are amazed at how easy it was to make a wiresmithed piece.

3. You can use stones that have odd shapes. With wirewrapping the shape of the stone has a lot to do with the final look of the piece. At times you may have looked at caboshons to use in your work and found that there just wasn't any way to wrap that particular stone. With wiresmithing you aren't limited by the shape of the cab. Virtually any shape of stone can be used, this gives you the opportunity to come up with designs that are truely unique.

4. Wiresmithing puts you on the cutting edge of jewelry design. Think about this - You participate in an art show and find that there are two other wire artists that are showing their work along with you. What is going to help you sell more, designs that are similar to the other two artists or something that collectors haven't seen before? Adding wiresmithed pieces to your current line will help you stand out from all of the other jewelry artists at any show. 

5. You're a pioneer! Wiresmithing is a technique that very few artists are doing at the moment. By becoming a wiresmith artist you have the opportunity to pave the way! My wiresmithing book only shows the basics to wiresmithing. i did this because I wanted to give you (the artist) room to explore everything that can be done with this new technique. Take my word for it, there is a lot of room to explore.

These are only a few reasons why you should explore wiresmithing. I could spend the next several hours pointing out the benefits of this wonderful new technique. If you already haven't done so, visit our wiresmithing gallery at http://www.wiresmithing.com. You can also purchase a copy of Wiresmithing - The New Look of Wire Art.

Here's a helpful hint - If you visit http://www.macjewels.com/tutorials.html you can purchase Wiresmithing - The New Look of Wire Art for 25% off the cover price...That's a pretty awesome deal!

I would love to hear what you think...Why not take a minute and post your thoughts below.

'til next time,

Jim McIntosh
Mackintosh Jewelry Studio
http://www.macjewels.com
http://www.wiresmithing.com
email: jim.mcintosh@macjewels.com