About Odds & Friends
Welcome to Odds & Friends Art Portfolio. We are a group of artists with diverse styles and backgrounds who have come together to showcase our work and share our passion for art. Our portfolio includes a variety of mediums, from Pysanky eggs to jewelry making, and we are constantly exploring and experimenting with new techniques. At Odds & Friends, we believe that art is a powerful tool for self-expression and creativity. We are committed to creating art that is not only beautiful, but also meaningful and thought-provoking. Each of our pieces tells a unique story and reflects our individual perspectives on the world.We invite you to explore our portfolio and get to know us better. Whether you are an art lover, collector, or fellow artist, we hope that our work inspires you and sparks your imagination.
Chelsea
Pysanky
Pysanky are real eggs that have been hollowed out and decorated with intricate designs using wax and liquid dyes. This art form originates from Ukraine, and was brought to the United States by immigrant families who brought psyanky with them - many of which were passed down as family heirlooms.
Clever Cellar Creations
Ryan
Paper Cuttings
Paper cutting as an art form originated in China and dates back all the way to the 2nd Century CE - when paper was invented by Cai Lun of the Eastern Han Dynasty in China. They were often glued to the exterior of the windows, allowing the light to shine through the negative space, creating various patterns and designs.
Charles
Jewelry & Textile Crafts
The Tree of Life is a symbol that has existed almost as long as humans have; it has been represented in Buddhist, African, Christianity, Ancient Egypt, Turkish and Celtic cultures. Though these systems of culture and theology reflect multicultural ideals, there are unifying strains; namely, the tree of life commonly symbolizes a connection to the afterlife, ancestral roots and divinity.
Katie
Painted Nature
Humans using leaves for art pre-dates our recorded history, but it's generally accepted that what started out as a necessary - using leaves for clothing and building - as evolved into different art forms spanning the globe. Almost every culture has some form of leaf art, and it is ever evolving with the times and societies where it is found.
