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Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Brand New Day

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:05:22 -0500

$19.00
Blues. Inky,indigo,cobalt,royal,cornflower,aqua and a bit of sea green. This is a large flattened focal bead, about 37mm long, 32mm wide and 10mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Goddess - Rosmerta

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 21:04:45 -0500

$28.00
Rosmerta~ Celtic goddess of fertility and wealth.

This goddess bead is about 2 inches tall. She's made of dark ivory glass that has been wrapped with fine silver wire.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Goddess Gaia

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 14:38:20 -0500

$25.00
Gaia is the Greek Goddess Mother of the Earth

This Gaia is a multi colored voluptuous lady. She's about 2 inches tall and made of Raku glass which produces all the colors you see.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Lake - Infrared photograph fine giclee print 11x7

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:10:43 -0500

$20.00
This is a giclee fine photographic print of a lake in the Pacific Northwest.

I recently became interested in Infrared Photography. A filter is used that blocks out all the light we see (it'
s a black filter) and only lets the infrared light that is reflected off of objects appear. The more light that is reflected, the lighter the subject appears. This is light we were not meant to see. It makes it kind of mystical to be able to capture it.

It's printed on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper.Permanent, highly pigmented inks on archival paper.

11'x7"

Prints are shipped directly from the printer by Fed Ex the next day.

Other sizes are available as are prints that are framed. Please contact me for prices.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Goddess Bead - TYCHE

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:10:43 -0500

$24.00
Tyche, the Greek Goddess of Fortune

She's about 2 inches tall, or 50mm, and she's made from a silver rich multicolored glass called Shasha's Silver.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.
However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Tube Wrapped Around my Finger

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:27:21 -0500

$15.00
This is a tube bead, about 2 inches long. It's made of dark ivory glass with bands of metallic finished Aurae glass.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Goddess Hathor

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:27:21 -0500

$28.00
Hathor ~ Egyptian Goddess of Joy, Motherhood, Love and the Sky

She's about 1 3/4 inches, or 42mm tall.

She's made from a beautiful multicolored silver rich glass from Double Helix called Pandora.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

25 black and white clay beads from India

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 00:52:09 -0500

$4.50
These cute beads are made of clay and painted black and white. They come from India. They are about 12mm to 20mm in size.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Mojito Afternoon

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 13:45:57 -0500

$24.00
This is a brand new color of transparent glass called Mojito. It's a very pale green.

This focal is about 32mm long and 18mm in diameter.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Bicone Focal Hustle and Flow

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:24:46 -0500

$14.00
Raku flows over a background of charcoal black with a couple of raku pinwheel dealibobs.

This is a smaller bicone focal, about 32mm in length and 18 mm in diameter in the middle.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Daisies - Giclee print of original water color painting by Kevan Moran Aponte

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 05:00:14 -0500

$55.00
This is a fine art print of one of my watercolor paintings,
"Daisies".

24x16" and printed on high quality, textured paper so it looks like the watercolor painting it is in real life.

Permanent, highly pigmented inks on archival paper.

Prints are shipped directly from the printer by Fed Ex the next day.

Other sizes are available as are prints that are framed. They can also be printed on canvas.Please contact me for prices.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Shoreline

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:45:47 -0500

$26.00
This is a big focal bead, about 35mm long by 26mm across and 10mm thick.

It's made of pastel swirly Pandora glass encased in clear and ivory glass.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Wander

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:20:02 -0500

$15.00
Wandering trails of raku and glittery gold stone on a background of pale ivory. This is a large flattened oval shaped focal bead. It's about 39mm long, 34mm wide and 10mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Tanami

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 01:53:12 -0500

$26.00
This is a flattened focal bead, abut 34mm long, 28mm wide and 10mm thick.

It's made with a multi colored silver rich glass encased in clear glass and had large bubbles emerging from the opaque glass inside that have been trapped in the clear glass.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Sonora

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:15:18 -0500

$8.00
Pretty focal bead in swirling earthy reds blues and creams with a few raku dealibobs.

This focal bead is about 30mm long and 15mm in diameter.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Bead and Jewelry Photography Tutorial PDF DOWNLOAD A visual guide to better photographs for the web

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:15:03 -0500

$18.00
This is the PDF download. I also have the CD for sale under "tutorials" in my store. If you buy this download, I will send you a link to the download site. It takes 2 minutes on a cable connection to download the file onto your computer.

I am asked so often about how I take pictures that I decided to create a tutorial to help those that are photography challenged. :-)

I see so many people trying to sell their beautiful artworks on the internet with photos that aren't really that flattering. It's such a shame because with just a little help they could have beautiful photos.

Designed to speak to the visually oriented (especially the bead and jewelry artist) this tutorial walks you through each exercise with pictures and explanations every step of the way. Simple, direct, and pretty...anyone can follow the lessons and be making great photos of their art in a short time.

Some of the actual feedback comments on this tutorial:

"THIS IS A MUST-HAVE!!! For the first time (after several SERIOUS attempts by friends) I can understand the settings on the camera because Kevan explains both 'what' and 'why' in ten words or less- with a visual as well!!! The photoshop explaination in this tut could've been another tut by itself! Kevan, you've done an outstanding job on this, and I'm finally excited to go shoot my pics! Thank you!"

"The best photography tutorial that I ever read. So clear. I really recommend this tutorial. A+++++"

"Boy that got here quick! I've already read it through and want to thank you for making this. Definitely well worth the money."

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Goddess Kapo

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:43:45 -0500

$26.00
KAPO - The Goddess of the South Pacific, Sister to Pele

This goddess is made from a glass called Poi. It's a purple glass with hints of taupe.

She's about 2 inches tall or 50mm.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte focal Starry Night

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:43:45 -0500

$28.00
Swiling bits of silver and goldstone glitter against a background of black and deep blue. This focal bead is about 38 mm in diameter and 12mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Aponte Focal Galaxia

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:59:58 -0500

$25.00
A little galaxy inside a beads! This focal is about 38mm wide and 10mm thick. It's a flattened oval shape.

It has silver, silver glass, gold stone all swirling together under clear glass.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Aponte Big Hole Focal Pretty Little Thing

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:59:58 -0500

$10.00
A big hole focal bead in dark ivory and beautiful multicolored and metallic finished Aurae glass.

This bead is about 26mm in diameter and 10 mm wide. The hole is about 1/4 of an inch or 8mm. It can be strung on just about anything. I wear these beads on a 3mm snake chain, sometimes 3 or 4 of them together.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Feline

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:27:42 -0500

$8.00
This is a focal bead of tiger stripes inside.

It's about 30mm long, 18mm wide and 8mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Shifting Sands

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:27:42 -0500

$14.00
This is a barrel shaped focal, about 32mm long and 18mm in diameter. It's made of tones of cream and sand with a touch of brown and red.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Tide Pool

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:01:25 -0500

$24.00
This is a big lentil shaped focal, about 38mm in diameter and 10mm thick.

It's made of silver rich Psyche and ivory glass. There are bubbles intentionally entrapped inside.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Whirlpool

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:01:25 -0500

$30.00
This is a big focal, sort of in between a tab and a lentil. It's about 39mm in diameter and 10mm thick.

It's made of some dark blue silver rich glasses that have been encased with some large bubbles inside of clear glass.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Undertow

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:38:27 -0500

$24.00
This is a barrel shaped focal bead, about 32mm long and 29mm in diameter.

It's made with a silver rich glass called Psyche and it has bubbles intentionally entrapped inside of clear glass.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Wrapped Around My Heart

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:08:50 -0500

$25.00
This is a big heart shaped focal in simple dark ivory with fine silver wire.

It's about 32mm long, 30mm wide and 12mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Shield

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:07:02 -0400

$18.00

Pale ivory and raku cascade down a flattened oval shaped bead. Sort of a shield shape. It's about 40mm long or 1 1/2 inches and it's about 10mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads focal bead Phantasma

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:47:43 -0400

$15.00
This is a large focal bead, about 42mm in
length, 35mm wide and 10mm thick.
It's made from dark purple glass, sparklie green and blue dichroic glass and ivory that has been fumed with silver.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal ONATAH

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:36:15 -0400

$20.00
ONATAH ~ Native American Iroquois name meaning "of the earth."

I'm very happy with the way this organic focal turned out. Made of a beautiful new color green and a variety of silver rich glasses.

It's about 40mm long, 38mm wide and 9mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

The Making of a Goddess glass bead written and video tutorial CD

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:23:39 -0400

$19.00
Finally, our second tutorial is finished!! After the great success of our first tutorial, "Bead and Jewelry Photography", we were encourage to produce this second tutorial that focuses on creating a beautiful goddess bead.

This tutorial explains in 40 pages and 90 photographs how I make goddess beads. It's unique in that it includes a video of me actually making the bead. The written portion explains step by step the exact process as shown in the video. (But the video is more fun to watch!)

The tutorial is a CD with a PDF written tutorial and a 13 minute movie in WMV file format.(Windows Media Video) You will need Windows Media Player and Acrobat Reader -- any up to date PC computer already has these. If you need them they are free downloads.

Also, if you have a Mac you can download Windows Media Player for Mac at http://www.microsoft.com/mac/downloads.mspx

*This item is not returnable if the seal has been broken. It is suggested that you ask me questions if you have any about the content.

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Summer Days

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:36:40 -0400

$12.00
Very blue opal glass with a touch of dichro sparkle.

This bicone focal is about 40mm long and 18 mm in diameter in the middle.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Rogue River -Infrared Photograph - fine giclee photographic print -size 16 x 10.6 in

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:51:00 -0400

$20.00
This is a giclee fine photographic print of a the Rogue River in Oregon that I took on a trip in April.

I recently became interested in Infrared Photography. A filter is used that blocks out all the light we see (it's a black filter) and only lets the infrared light that is reflected off of objects appear. The more light that is reflected, the lighter the subject appears. This is light we were not meant to see. It makes it kind of mystical to be able to capture it.

It's printed on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper.Permanent, highly pigmented inks on archival paper.

Finished size: 16 x 10.6 in

Prints are shipped directly from the printer by Fed Ex the next day.

Other sizes are available as are prints that are framed. Please contact me for prices.

Old Train Bridge - Infrared Photograph - fine giclee photographic print -size 14 x 11

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 04:41:57 -0400

$23.00
This is a giclee fine photographic print of an old train bridge left abandoned in a small town in Washington State.

I recently became interested in Infrared Photography. A filter is used that blocks out all the light we see (it's a black filter) and only lets the infrared light that is reflected off of objects appear. The more light that is reflected, the lighter the subject appears. This is light we were not meant to see. It makes it kind of mystical to be able to capture it.

It's printed on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper.Permanent, highly pigmented inks on archival paper.

Finished size: 14.7" x 11.0"

Prints are shipped directly from the printer by Fed Ex the next day.

Other sizes are available as are prints that are framed. Please contact me for prices.

Ornaments- giclee print of original photograph by Kevan Moran Aponte

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:57:38 -0400

$26.00
This is a giclee fine photographic print of a bowl of Christmas ornaments

It's printed on Epson’s Premium Luster Photo Paper.Permanent, highly pigmented inks on archival paper.

16"x10"

Prints are shipped directly from the printer by Fed Ex the next day.

Other sizes are available as are prints that are framed. They can also be printed on canvas.Please contact me for prices.

My back yard - Infrared Photograph - fine giclee photographic print -size 15 x 11

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:57:38 -0400

$20.00
This is a giclee fine photographic print of a the beach grass and myrtle on the dunes in my backyard here on the beach in Washington State.

I recently became interested in Infrared Photography. A filter is used that blocks out all the light we see (it's a black filter) and only lets the infrared light that is reflected off of objects appear. The more light that is reflected, the lighter the subject appears. This is light we were not meant to see. It makes it kind of mystical to be able to capture it.

It's printed on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper.Permanent, highly pigmented inks on archival paper.

Finished size: 15.1" x 11.0"

Prints are shipped directly from the printer by Fed Ex the next day.

Other sizes are available as are prints that are framed. Please contact me for prices.

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Pathways

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:54:30 -0400

$19.00
This is a large flattened focal bead. It's made with dark amber glass, goldstone and rope of a silver rich glass called Terra.

It's about 39 mm in diameter and about 10 mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal - Grrrrrrrr

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:38:09 -0400

$10.00
This is a tube focal bead about 2 inches long or 50mm and about 12mm in diameter. It's made of ivory, black and topaz glass.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.
However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Sliders

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:38:08 -0400

$18.00
This is a barrel shaped focal bead, about 32mm long and 18mm in diameter.

It's made of black and raku glass.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

25 Chinese knot beads 12mm multi colored mix

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:36:50 -0400

$6.00
This is 25 of these cute little chinese knot beads. They appear to be wooden beads covered with silk cords. The are about 12mm in size. This is a mix of the colors shown.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Pinwheels at High Noon

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:35:12 -0400

$16.00
This little focal is made of black glass with raku and raku dealibobs. It's about 30mm or 1 1/4 inchs long.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

25 Bungee Beads 14mm brightly colored fabric covered wooden beads

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:34:37 -0400

$5.25
How cute are these? These are wooden beads with big holes covered in woven fabric. They remind me of bungee cords so I'm calling them bungee beads. They are big, about 14mm and very light weight, they weigh almost nothing.

Imported from China.

*As always, we pay the sales tax if you are in WA. A little "I like your face" discount for the hometown buyers.:-)

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Matawa

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:35:35 -0400

$18.00
This is a large flat focal bead in ivory and raku with little raku dealibobs.

It's about 39mm long and 37 mm wide at the bottom. It's also about 9mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Peppermint Tulips - fine photographic giclee print 15x11

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 19:49:17 -0400

$20.00
Red and white tulips in HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photography.

It's printed on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper.Permanent, highly pigmented inks on archival paper.

Finished size: 15.1" x 11.0"

Prints are shipped directly from the printer by Fed Ex the next day.

Other sizes are available as are prints that are framed. Please contact me for prices.

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Qamar

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:10:03 -0400

$10.00
A flattened oval shaped bead in dark ivory with silver foil and several silver rich glasses.

It's about 35mm in diameter and 9mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Roundabout

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:12:04 -0400

$10.00
This is a barrel shaped focal bead, about 35 mm long ad 18mm in diameter.

It's made of a glass called Smoke Rings, goldstone and some raku dealiebobs.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.
However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Killara

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:13:54 -0400

$19.00
It means creek in Aboriginal.

This is a focal bead, about 1 1/4 inches or 30mm long and 18mm in diameter. It's made of ivory and raku glass with raku dealibobs.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Aponte Focal Wirruna

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:13:54 -0400

$12.00
It means sunset in Aboriginal.

This is a little focal. It's about 1 1/4 inches long, or about 30 mm and about 11mm in diameter.

It's made of raku and coral colored glass with raku dealibobs.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Sea Creature

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:09:34 -0400

$12.00
A little barrel shaped focal in a silver rich glass called Psyche. It's been encased under clear glass.

It's about 30 mm long and 20mm in diameter.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Stardust Memories

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:09:15 -0400

$18.00
This is a large flattened oval shaped focal beads in light ivory, goldstone with a twisty of beige and white and a few little doodlies.

It's about 38mm long, 35mm wide and 10mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

The Making of a Goddess glass bead written and video tutorial DOWNLOAD

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:15:08 -0400

$18.00
*This is two downloads, a PDF file and a video file. I will send you two links to the download site where you will download them onto your computer. Neither takes more than 30 secs to download on a cable connection.*

Finally, our second tutorial is finished!! After the great success of our first tutorial, "Bead and Jewelry Photography", we were encourage to produce this second tutorial that focuses on creating a beautiful goddess bead.

This tutorial explains in 40 pages and 90 photographs how I make goddess beads. It's unique in that it includes a video of me actually making the bead. The written portion explains step by step the exact process as shown in the video. (But the video is more fun to watch!)

The tutorial is ah a PDF written tutorial and a 13 minute movie in WMV file format.(Windows Media Video) You will need Windows Media Player and Acrobat Reader -- any up to date PC computer already has these. If you need them they are free downloads.

Also, if you have a Mac you can download Windows Media Player for Mac at http://www.microsoft.com/mac/downloads.mspx

Bead and Jewelry Photography Tutorial PDF DOWNLOAD A visual guide to better photographs for the web

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:14:47 -0400

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal Copalis

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 03:38:40 -0400

$8.00
It's the name of a river near where I live.

This is a focal bead, sort of a flattened rectangle.

It's made of black and a silver rich glass called Psyche.

It's about 30mm long or 1 1/4 inches and 10mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.
However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Goddess - Korrigan

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 03:30:07 -0400

$15.00
Korrigan ~ Celtic goddess of nature and especially water.

She's made of a blue glass called Fremen.

She's about 2 inches tall.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads by Kevan Moran Aponte Dragon Focal - Kea

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 04:00:01 -0400

$32.00
This dragon pod focal bead is made from a glass called Stoneground. It's a very creamy yellow like aged ivory.

It's about 32mm tall, 28mm wide and 20mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Bicone Focal Rainbow Slide

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:37:17 -0400

$15.00
This is a barrel shaped bead, about 1 3/4 inches or 42mm x about 18mm. It's made of the palest green glass called Dry Martini and raku.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Bead by Kevan Moran Aponte Focal - Connect the dots

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:36:45 -0400

$22.00
Ivory glass wrapped in a thread of silver glass with raku
deeliebobs.

This is a flattened oval focal, about 35mm long, 28 mm wide and 10mm thick.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen. Please let me know right away if you bead does not arrive in pristine condition.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.

Dancing Star Beads focal bead Deimos

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:36:45 -0400

$20.00
Named after on of the moons of Mars.
This is a large lentil shaped focal bead, about 37mm in
length and 9mm thick.
It's made from dark ivory glass, fine silver wire, fine
silver foil and silver rich Pandora glass.

All of our beads have been annealed in a computer controlled kiln. We stand behind our product, however these beads are made of glass. The bead should arrive in one piece and not fracture under normal conditions. Those conditions cannot be controlled in shipping and accidents do happen.

I try to represent the beads as best and true as possible in the photographs.

However, you should realize that I can't control your computer monitor. I would like to, but it's out of my realm of possibility.