The Ethical Art Initiative is a response to the mass production of handmade goods under questionable working environments. It allows for the development and support of artists through the bwd firm by creating a business opportunity where the artist receives a substantial portion of the sales price. Phase one of the initiative focuses on commercial glass beadmaking and jewellery design.
To become actively involved in the Ethical Art Initiative all artists undertake a bwd Certification Course. This certification ensures the high quality of bwd designed and endorsed products are maintained. Certification comprises of a customised course in commercial bead making and jewellery design.
Certified artists are eligible for membership with bwd, enabling them the freedom of running their own business with the stability of ongoing commercial glass orders. It allows artists to receive full recognition for their work as well as access to workshops where available and members rates on all materials and equipment.
The bwd founding team of Brian, Di and Olivia have been producing and designing art across various mediums for over 25 years. During this time they have established themselves at the forefront of design, emerging techniques and originality.
We welcome Caroline as member of the week. We also wish Caroline all the best while on her current travels. She is visiting her family in England. Caroline has taken to lampworking with her own unique creative zeal. Which, may I add, we all cherish. Her past includes studying graphic design, glass mosaic works and editing work in television both for the ABC and BBC. Thanks Caroline, you are a valued addition to the Ethical Art Initiative.
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I have been involved in art and design for over twenty years now. I have utilized various mediums and techniques in photography, graphic design, sculpture, glassblowing, lampworking and jewellery design.
Originality with technique and application is the cornerstone of my creative work.
I have lived for my art. I owned my direction a long time ago. That was to leave my own artistic footprint. Along the way sharing and teaching creative pursuits with others has become an integral part of my mission.
This has culminated in the bwd Ethical Art Initiative. It is a new innovative business system that supports artists and values their work.
