07.10.08
My Interview with Marilyn, Owner of Pulp Sushi
Meet Marilyn, Owner of http://pulpsushi.etsy.com.
Where are you located? New York
What do you design? Jewelry, buttons, magnets, and other accessories.
Where/How did you learn this? I learned on my own, reading tutorials online, and just playing around with wires, beads, and charms.
Favorite artist who inspires you? I have a couple, many whose blogs links you’ll find on my website (http://pulpsushi.typepad.com). I love artists who embrace colors and mix them up. I also love low-brow and artists like Shag, Coop, and Mitch O’Connell.
Where does your inspiration come from? Inspiration for me happens unexpectedly. I could be reading a book and happen to notice the colors on the cover, a store front with a funky display, or in nature. I love colors. I always keep an eye open but I don’t go out of my way to seek it out.
What do you do to combat creative block? I just let the block happen. I acknowledge when I am in a rut and focus on something else. Catch up on some reading (books or blogs), it passes.
Where do you design your creations? I wish I had a studio but I share a 1 bedroom apatment with my boyfriend. Most of my creating happens either on the dining table or the coffee table.
Favorite part of owning your own business? I love the creative process and putting something together. I am not my own boss…yet, but I am learning quite a bit and it is helping me come out of my shell. I’m a pretty shy person.
Least favorite? Promoting! Especially as a jewelry designer, you have to work extra hard to stand out. There is a lot of competition out there and a lot of great talent. You mustn’t let them intimidate you.
How do you relax? I am a yoga fanatic. I love my yoga classes, it’s the only time where it really feels like MY time. I also keep a yoga blog ~ http://cupcakesyoga.blogspot.com. I love to write too, it’s another release for me.
Favorite color? If you look in my closet you will see a lot of burgundy, black, and browns. Mostly earth tones.
Does this color show up in a lot of your work? Not quite. You see a lot of black but you also see a lot of pinks and bright colors. I love a lot of colors, but there are certain colors that will not go with my complexion.
If there were more hours in the day, what would you be doing? Spend some more time outdoors and take photos.
A sample of Pulp Sushi products. For all products, please visit Marilyn’s website.
