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KaWynn

KaWynn is the collective creations of Katrina and Catrielle Barnett.


Katrina Barnett


Katrina (Kat), began her journey in metal work over 20 years ago. She is a 1997 graduate of Minneapolis Technical College Jewelry program. She has sold and exhibited her jewelry and sculptural creations throughout the Midwest and Texas. Katrina's mixed-media necklace titled, Circle Game, received a JEM Club Choice Award during the 2018 Spring Show. The show was hosted by the Academy of Art University in San Fransisco, California.

Katrina's current series of jewelry and sculpture is influenced by patterns and textures. She enjoys incorporating enamels into her work and her upcoming collection. In a recent series of enamel jewelry, the patterns of our water cycle was an inspiration. Some of the materials seen in her jewelry include; semi-precious metals, silver, gold, enamel, semi-precious stone and found materials.
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Wynn Barnett

Catrielle (Wynn), is inspired by form and expression. Her mediums include; fiber arts, clay, ceramics, printmaking and painting. When starting her design process, she carefully considers patterns and design. Common themes seen in her work include; protection of nature and elements of visual storytelling.

Often, Wynn incorporates up-cycled materials in many of her textile designs. The message of conserving is evident in her collections. She has nine years of sewing experience and using a variety of sewing machines. Driven to create interesting pieces, she pursues design with a passion. Wynn enjoys creating; purses, pillows, zipper pouches, ceramic pieces, wall art, clothing and accessories.

Currently, she is working on a new line of accessories including purses, pillows and clothing. In the past she has enjoyed studying fashion construction and pattern drafting at The Sewing Lounge, in St. Paul. For the past six years, she has been taking classes in wheel-thrown pottery .

She has exhibited her work in following shows; Uptown Art Fair-Minneapolis, Art A Whirl-Minneapolis, Powderhorn Art Fair-Minneapolis, Gifts in the Gallery-Bloomington Art Center, Art At Ramsey- St. Paul, Minnesota State Fair-​ St. Paul, Scholastic Arts Regional Gold Key Winner 2019- University of Minnesota, St. Paul, Scholastic Arts Nationals Silver Medal Winner 2019-New York City, NY, Scholastic Arts 2020 Gold Key Regional-University of Minnesota, St, Paul, Scholastic Arts Silver Metal Winner 2020- NY, Scholastic Arts 2021 5 Gold Keys Regional University of Minnesota and 3 Silver Keys, Phelps Mill art show, Arts of the Lake, Arts off 84, Minnesota State Fair 2021. 



 Wynn's Printing Process

 Printing is a process used to transfer designs on fabric. Once Wynn has decided on a concept, she begins to sketch. Next, she transfers the image onto a carving block. Using a carving tool, she carefully removes material from the block. When the carving is complete, fabric paint is applied. The painted block will be pressed onto fabric. After the block is lifted from the fabric surface, the design is transferred. The final step involves contemplating values and applying hand painted details. For example, creating expressive eyes with white highlights. Theses finishing touches help bring Wynn's work to life.


Kat's Enamel Process

Enameling is a process of appling thin layers of powered glass onto metal. Each layer of glass is fired in a kiln. The glass appears to be the size of sugar granuals. To begin this process, Katrina sketches her ideas to plan for each step. Next, she will make a paper model to see how each enamel will fit into a design. Next, she will cut  out copper/fine silver shapes. A thin layer of powdered  glass,(enamel), is sifted onto the surface of the metal. This piece is fired in a kiln. After the firing is completed, consecutive layers are applied and fired. Each piece can have up to ten firings, depending on the desired results. Lastly, the enamels are set in metal and polished.

 Kat and Cat Pottery Process 

To begin working at her potter's wheel, Wynn first centers a large ball of clay. Next, through a series of steps, she raises and forms her pottery pieces. Once the piece has dried some, she will return it to the wheel and trim the edges. After the piece has set and air dried, it's ready for details and design to be attached and carved. Katrina(Kat) then works to help carve and attach the features or 3D clay elements including handles. The pieces are go through multiple firings and glazing steps before completion.
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