I am a Graphic, Web and Industrial Designer
Hello, I am Cynthia Shanti Moralez Garcidueñas, I studied my degree in New York, a city that opened the doors for me to expand my visual skills, from digital graphics to glass pieces. Currently, I do freelance web design and I am the Industrial Designer for Nirvana Beads, a New York-based company that imports jewelry components from the Czech Republic.
WHAT I DO
Photography of beads and buttons by Anne Kurz
My Specialty: Czech Glass Bead and Button Design
Most of my current work involves designing small glass beads and buttons used for jewelry. I select the shape, the glass color, and the cuts and coatings that will be applied to these tiny beads or buttons. These designs are sent to factories in the Czech Republic for manufacturing. Once produced, they are shipped to the United States, where they are primarily sold.
For nearly 15 years, I have mastered all the codes for glass and coating, secrets, and the history of a trade that dates back to the 1800s. This job is quite unusual for a Mexican, as few people outside the Czech Republic do what I do.
Designing these small objects is not easy. I send dozens of designs for production every year. To date, I have created more than 7,000 products. Even so, I must continue to innovate, using combinations that have not been used before, which presents a considerable challenge!
Website Designs
As a specialist in creating web pages with WordPress, I offer a practical and user-friendly solution for people who wish to manage their own online presence. WordPress is a highly respectable platform, perfect for individuals who want to take control of their own web pages. It provides an array of tools to create not just web pages, but also blogs, portfolios, and photo albums. WordPress also offers features such as forums, calendars, and events. Once these are set up, they are notably simple to update and manage. Therefore, WordPress presents an intuitive, manageable platform for anyone looking to establish their digital footprint.
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ABOUT ME
Stories that add richness to life: My great-uncle was Feliciano Béjar, a renowned sculptor.
Feliciano Béjar was a renowned Mexican sculptor, recognized for his Magiscopios. He was the brother of my paternal grandmother. His artwork has been displayed in museums and art galleries across Mexico, the United States, and several European countries. He primarily worked with glass, a material I also use in my work. Regrettably, I never met him, but his role in my family history has given profound meaning to my unique profession. We both blossomed artistically in New York. Even without personally knowing him, I sense his influence coursing through my veins. Delving into family history often leads to a deeper self-understanding. Sometimes, it reveals that you are unknowingly following a path that an ancestor has already charted in surprising ways.
In 2014, I made a special trip from New York to Mexico City with the intention of seeing a magiscope for the first time at the Museum of Modern Art. Much to my disappointment, the piece on display was touring the country. Several months passed, and one day while walking down the main street of Hudson, NY, I stumbled upon some magiscopes! They were literally three blocks from my house! I was so delighted that I told everyone in the gallery that Feliciano Béjar was my great-uncle.
In this image, you can see me with two original Magiscopios at an art gallery in Puerto Vallarta. I stress the term “original” as I’ve observed that these sculptures have become so popular that numerous artists have begun to imitate their style. Should you visit Puerto Vallarta or San Miguel de Allende, you’ll encounter many replicas in various art galleries — finding the original pieces can prove more challenging.