Introduction - Laura Pacino
Hi - My name is Laura Pacino, and I have had this obsession with creating jewelry that spans over the last two decades!! My love for glass and beads started in Southern California, where I worked full time as an apprentice to a stained glass artist in a very busy studio. I started working with beads, as a hobby, after taking several bead weaving classes at the well known store, the Shepherdess, in Old Town, San Diego. I was fortunate to have such talented and giving teachers right in my own neighborhood! I was immediately hooked on beads!
My interests in jewelry making have since grown to include working with precious metal clay, lampworking, basic metal work, chain maille, and my endless addiction – WIRE!!! I have had the privilege over the last several years to have taken classes and workshops with many fabulous teachers including Connie Fox, Laura McCabe, Stephanie Sersich, Tracy Stanley, Kate McKinnon, Lisa Niven Kelly, Ginger Seiple, Pamela Wolfersberger, Tink Martin, , Barbara Becker Simon, Iris Sandkuhler, and last, but way not least (!) Kriss Silva. I am inspired to take my craft to a new level every time I am able to learn from such accomplished artists!
Four years ago, I relocated to Ohio, to live closer to my family. I have been teaching beading and wire jewelry classes since I arrived in Columbus. I am currently teaching at a fantastic new shop in town - 1 Stop Bead
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