Author Archives: marty

All Or Nothing – 11-11-11 Wedding

Posted on November 22, 2011 by marty

There were many things that could have gone wrong with this project, but all of the planets were in alignment and the tiara came out beautifully. I shipped it to my clients with a week to spare and Art and … Continue reading →

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The Silver Corset – part 2

Posted on October 26, 2011 by marty

We met tonight with V. for the second fitting of her metal corset cover; soon to be created in solid sterling silver and embellished with golden dragons, flames and jewels. The initial stage of the production is in the talented … Continue reading →

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The Phoenix Dragon Tiara – Stage 4

Posted on October 18, 2011 by marty

This elaborate tiara comission is nearing completion.  After months of sculpting the wax, sweating over the price of precious metal, and agonizing over the logistics of casting such a complex project, magic has happened.  All that remains to be completed … Continue reading →

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Octopi Wall Street

Posted on October 15, 2011 by marty

Why, with all the media coverage, is no one is reporting this? I rather miss the vintage movies of giant sea monsters attacking New York.        

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Good Times at the Maryland Renaissance Faire

Posted on October 3, 2011 by marty

I’ve just returned from the Maryland Renaissance Faire.  A good time was had by all and good times will continue weekends through October 22-23!  Both the participants and Faire attendees dress for the occassion, celebrating the season.  Wonderful crafts abound … Continue reading →

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Going to the Maryland Renaissance Festival

Posted on September 19, 2011 by marty

Its time again for me to journey east to the Maryland Renaissance Festival, one of the largest period festivals in the country. I will be attending this weekend, September 24 & 25. It’s my tradition to have my hair braided, … Continue reading →

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The Snakes of Urban Outfitters

Posted on September 2, 2011 by marty

Bloginity has just posted an article about Urban Outfitters Snake Ear Cuff “similarity” to the Marty Magic Snake Ear Cuff. It’s called “Looking For A Steal? Try The Snakes of Urban Outfitters“. It’s a good article. I am disappointed that … Continue reading →

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Dragon-Phoenix-Tiara Stage 3

Posted on August 31, 2011 by marty

The wax carving for this elaborate commission is nearly complete.  I began working on it in late April and over the last many weeks, have devoted my design time to this project only.  Three stunning opals are incorporated into this piece; … Continue reading →

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Urban Outfitters rip off of my Snake Ear Cuff?

Posted on August 29, 2011 by marty

A customer emailed me to tell me that Urban Outfitters was selling a copy of my Snake Ear Cuff. I guess this isn’t the first time that Urban Outfitters has been accused of stealing designs from others (see links below) but … Continue reading →

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My 94 year old father just published another book

Posted on August 7, 2011 by marty

My father just published his memoir of the war years, Surf Forecasting for Invasions during World War II. In addition to being professor emeritus at UCSB and a world famous geologist, my father got his masters degree in oceanographic meteorology, … Continue reading →

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