Artist Statement
My name is Kalani Lombardi and I grew up in Hawaii and southern California. I attended Academy of Art University in San Francisco. I have traveled to 6 out of 7 continents and I am not done exploring. I fell in love with color, art and creation. I savor the exploration of different artistic mediums. I began as a youth with painting, inspired by my mother who is an exceptional tropical artist. I was unsatisfied with only the two dimensions of a canvas. So, I ventured on to ceramics, to no avail. Realizing for the first time, that it is hard to be a successful artist.
I wanted to make something that I was inspired by and that people would want in their homes. I wanted to create something that was artistic and that had purpose. I stumbled upon lamp making while doing an online search. I had seen lamps made out of wine bottles that were not all that inspiring. I decided to try lamp making with something that had lost its original purpose, an empty liquor bottle. To complete this idea was the addition of the antique style bulb. Creating a combination that is unique and edgy.
Today, I light people’s homes with clever lamps. I am happy to say that I have created the mood for a cozy room or added a touch of style to a favorite corner. Lighting is something that many over look, I use to. I now know how powerful and illuminating the light bulb can be. Let your light shine.