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Barbara currently directs all creative, color and art aspects of Emerald & Violet Studio. She curates all Art, Décor, Furniture, Accessories & Gifts, Botanical Sculptures, Antiques, Workshops and Color Inspiration expressions of the Studio. It is her endeavor to inspire individuals to bring color and design into their homes and lives. Workshops in a variety of topics connect the Studio to the Community.
As Director of Color Marketing until 2014, Barbara oversaw the development of all color programs for AkzoNobel in North America, which was headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio. She was responsible for the implementation of color programs including research and development of color tools, the creation of unique presentations, forecasting color trends and building relationships with clients to understand and comprehensively address their design requirements.
Barbara began her career in the Color Design Studio, as Color Consultant, where she spent more than 20 years working to develop all-encompassing color concepts for commercial applications for clients throughout North America. This was followed by five years as Manager of the Design Studio, where her focus was devoted to growing the department, developing team skills and enhancing services to include computer technology. These high-tech abilities offered new support to clients and helped to advance marketplace visibility. The creation of the Color Marketing Department by Barbara in 2000 allowed for the expansion of in-depth research and enhancement of the company’s endeavors in color.Throughout her career, Barbara has appeared before professionals in her field, business audiences and the general public via television, webcasts, radio and in personal presentations. Her expertise includes color and design trends, color use in the built environment, color evolution, merchandising and the psychological aspects of color. Professional audiences include American Society of Interior Designers [ASID], International Furnishing & Design Association [IFDA], NEOCON Trade Show, American Institute of Architects [AIA], Construction Specifications Institute [CSI], New York International Gift Fair, Toronto Trends Show, International Window Covering Expo [IWCE], Paint and Coatings Expo [PACE], Puerto Rico Design Forum, New York SURTEX Show & Akron Museum of Art.
Barbara received her Graphic Design Degree from Cooper School of Art and her Interior Design Certification from New York School of Interior Design. Post Graduate studies include coursework at Baldwin Wallace College, Ohio University, Cleveland Institute of Art and Beck Center for Cultural Arts. Special studies attained via Greytag, MacBeth & Munsell / Color Theory & Lighting; Pantone Seminars / Color Psychology & Marketing; CMG Facilitator Training / Project Management & Vision; and, International Speakers Bureau Seminars.
Professional memberships included The Color Marketing Group [CMG], where Barbara held the position of Chairholder; The American Society of Interior Designers [ASID] and other industry related affiliations. Additionally, Barbara has been awarded three Patents for her work in the Design Industry.
Extensive travels throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico have been an important focus throughout Barbara’s career. A corporate international presence expanded travel responsibilities to include Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Bermuda, the Caribbean and Mexico, where explorations led to an understanding of cultural influences, client needs and market demands which are critical to success in the industry of color.
Currently Barbara’s focus on:
Custom Portraits & Pet Illustrations - Art has always been the highest priority for Barbara. Among her growing portfolio are some of her newest portraits. This site contains only a few illustrations; however, look for this area to grow in the future as she takes on new Clients and opportunities to portray their unique personalities.
Capturing the innocence of our beloved pets is incredibly heartwarming and challenging. Barbara has created a healthy portfolio of drawings which work to portray the essence of each little creature she draws. Custom paintings, prints, cards and canvases are available for review.
Perennial Paper Flowers – Sculpting paper to represent nature, while adding unexpected surreal touches, is visually captivating and challenging. The architecture of flowers is a design encounter of the most extraordinary type. Cutting, coloring, twisting, winding and bending paper into individual blossoms takes an intense level of concentration. There is serenity in the creation of paper flowers that allows one to escape into a world of possibilities… exploring and becoming lost in the creative process and the wonder of beauty that exists in nature.
Custom Painted Furniture - A unique endeavor in the Interior Design industry is working to create beautiful furniture, both from new materials and existing furniture, that will bring stunning visual enhancement to our homes. Taking pieces that exist makes for a challenging endeavor with an excellent benefit of upcycling and keeping our environment healthy. Incredible finishes may be created to suit today's Eclectic interiors.
Interior & Exterior Home Design - Our homes are becoming incredibly important to us. Increasingly we are spending more time at home, with all the elements in our lives that are most close and dear to our families. Home Design has been at the core of Barbara's strengths for her entire career. Moving forward it will continue to be an exciting endeavor.
As Director of Color Marketing until 2014, Barbara oversaw the development of all color programs for AkzoNobel in North America, which was headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio. She was responsible for the implementation of color programs including research and development of color tools, the creation of unique presentations, forecasting color trends and building relationships with clients to understand and comprehensively address their design requirements.
Barbara began her career in the Color Design Studio, as Color Consultant, where she spent more than 20 years working to develop all-encompassing color concepts for commercial applications for clients throughout North America. This was followed by five years as Manager of the Design Studio, where her focus was devoted to growing the department, developing team skills and enhancing services to include computer technology. These high-tech abilities offered new support to clients and helped to advance marketplace visibility. The creation of the Color Marketing Department by Barbara in 2000 allowed for the expansion of in-depth research and enhancement of the company’s endeavors in color.Throughout her career, Barbara has appeared before professionals in her field, business audiences and the general public via television, webcasts, radio and in personal presentations. Her expertise includes color and design trends, color use in the built environment, color evolution, merchandising and the psychological aspects of color. Professional audiences include American Society of Interior Designers [ASID], International Furnishing & Design Association [IFDA], NEOCON Trade Show, American Institute of Architects [AIA], Construction Specifications Institute [CSI], New York International Gift Fair, Toronto Trends Show, International Window Covering Expo [IWCE], Paint and Coatings Expo [PACE], Puerto Rico Design Forum, New York SURTEX Show & Akron Museum of Art.
Barbara received her Graphic Design Degree from Cooper School of Art and her Interior Design Certification from New York School of Interior Design. Post Graduate studies include coursework at Baldwin Wallace College, Ohio University, Cleveland Institute of Art and Beck Center for Cultural Arts. Special studies attained via Greytag, MacBeth & Munsell / Color Theory & Lighting; Pantone Seminars / Color Psychology & Marketing; CMG Facilitator Training / Project Management & Vision; and, International Speakers Bureau Seminars.
Professional memberships included The Color Marketing Group [CMG], where Barbara held the position of Chairholder; The American Society of Interior Designers [ASID] and other industry related affiliations. Additionally, Barbara has been awarded three Patents for her work in the Design Industry.
Extensive travels throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico have been an important focus throughout Barbara’s career. A corporate international presence expanded travel responsibilities to include Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Bermuda, the Caribbean and Mexico, where explorations led to an understanding of cultural influences, client needs and market demands which are critical to success in the industry of color.
Currently Barbara’s focus on:
Custom Portraits & Pet Illustrations - Art has always been the highest priority for Barbara. Among her growing portfolio are some of her newest portraits. This site contains only a few illustrations; however, look for this area to grow in the future as she takes on new Clients and opportunities to portray their unique personalities.
Capturing the innocence of our beloved pets is incredibly heartwarming and challenging. Barbara has created a healthy portfolio of drawings which work to portray the essence of each little creature she draws. Custom paintings, prints, cards and canvases are available for review.
Perennial Paper Flowers – Sculpting paper to represent nature, while adding unexpected surreal touches, is visually captivating and challenging. The architecture of flowers is a design encounter of the most extraordinary type. Cutting, coloring, twisting, winding and bending paper into individual blossoms takes an intense level of concentration. There is serenity in the creation of paper flowers that allows one to escape into a world of possibilities… exploring and becoming lost in the creative process and the wonder of beauty that exists in nature.
Custom Painted Furniture - A unique endeavor in the Interior Design industry is working to create beautiful furniture, both from new materials and existing furniture, that will bring stunning visual enhancement to our homes. Taking pieces that exist makes for a challenging endeavor with an excellent benefit of upcycling and keeping our environment healthy. Incredible finishes may be created to suit today's Eclectic interiors.
Interior & Exterior Home Design - Our homes are becoming incredibly important to us. Increasingly we are spending more time at home, with all the elements in our lives that are most close and dear to our families. Home Design has been at the core of Barbara's strengths for her entire career. Moving forward it will continue to be an exciting endeavor.