When researching artists who use crystals in their work, I discovered London based artist San B.
His work features icons such as royalty, sportsmen and celebrities, created using Swarovski crystals.
Each piece is painstakingly mapped out and placed using 10,000+ crystals for each piece.
The detail that goes into these works is incredible. The iconic figures he uses match the opulence of the material used, signifying extreme wealth and their flashy, celebrity status.
Close up shot of a portrait featuring Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
As most pieces are commissioned and sold, there is little information regarding the price of his work.
Swarovski crystals are extremely expensive, and diamond art itself is a time-intensive laborious process.
I found one gallery that had discounted a piece from £7,995 to £3,995
Are these pieces too expensive? Or is there simply no market for 'diamond' art? Is this kitsch art form seen as tacky or LOW ART?
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