Amanda Stapells, Victorian Fiberglass Corset Mosaic with shades of black, red and green stained glass and smalti
Amanda Stapells, Victorian Fiberglass Corset Mosaic with shades of red, black and green stained glass and smalti

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Family Ties

16 x 14 x 13 inches

Hand formed fiberglass corset, metal busk, spiral bones, grommets, lace, thread, stained glass, smalti, beads and ribbon

2021

Price upon request

Exhibited in Roots

Mosaic Artists of Canada Exhibit

Art Gallery of Alberta, Edmonton, 2021

My Victorian Corset represents the physical and social confinements placed on women throughout history. But it is tearing at the back as women break free of traditions.

Family Ties shows my English and Irish roots, along with my present Canadian heritage. The black mosaic ribbons are the ties that connect us together, the roots that hold us to the past, but also reach up to the present. The concept of this corset came from my background as a costume maker; researching, cutting patterns, and sewing garments.

Amanda Stapells, Victorian Fiberglass Corset Mosaic in shades of red, black and green stained glass and smalti Back View
Amanda Stapells, Detail photo of Victorian Fiberglass Corset mosaic with shades of red, green and black stained glass and smalti
Amanda Stapells, Fiberglass Fire vase mosaic with shades of yellow, orange, red, and black stained glass front view

Burning Bright

11 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 6 1/2 inches

Hand formed fiberglass, stained glass

2022

Price upon request

We are mesmerized by fire, watching the flames twist and twirl, dancing before us. We are reassured by its’ heat, strength, and perseverance.

What keeps your spirit alive, burning bright inside of you, especially during difficult times? Your true inner core that is determined to carry on and thrive, your true essence pure and strong!

Amanda Stapells, Fire Fiberglass vase mosaic with shades of yellow, orange, red and black stained glass, back view
Amanda Stapells, Detail photo of fire fiberglass vase sculpture mosaic with shades of yellow, orange, red and black stained glass
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