Kim Fields

northfiredesigns@aol.com

www.northfiredesigns.com

Artist's Bio

Kim Fields began making glass beads in 1999 after an introductory lampworking class led her to the book, ìMaking Glass Beadsî by Cindy Jenkins.

She attributes her beadmaking skills to great teachers including Sage and Tom Holland, Leah Fairbanks, Loren Stump and several other accomplished beadmakers.

Lampworking has brought Kim tremendous joy and she continues to explore new techniques in order to evolve as a beadmaker.

Kim teaches beadmaking and her work can be seen at numerous shows, galleries, and online at www.northfiredesigns.com.

Artist's Statement

Nature has always informed and inspired my creativity, and is the primary influence for my beads. Through the colors and textures of each bead design, I strive to capture a small reflection of nature's beauty. I believe that every detail matters, and my goal is to meld all the intricacies of each bead into a cohesive whole. For me, lampworking is an accretive process that often leads me to unexpected destinations.