I also enjoy creating jewelry inspired by our beach stones. Although the beads I work with were not collected from our beaches, they are made from many of the same rocks, such as jasper, quartz and agates. I feel like I always have a little bit of the spirit of Lake Superior with me wearing these pieces!

I have such a collection of images in my mind and soul from living in all of these spectacular places; I will never lose my passion for attempting to capture the essence of their beauty and spirit. Nature recharges my soul, and I hope that both my art and my teaching will help others to see and be open to the beauty of the natural world that surrounds us all. Awareness and appreciation will hopefully lead to the desire to protect, preserve and care for this fragile planet we dwell on!

See more art from Phyllis Northup at her website: www.phyllisnorthup.com

Above: Midsummer Light

Right: Miners Beach Ledges

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