Frequently Asked Questions

  • Bella can’t share their names but she can tell you a musician, a famous politician, and a TV personality have bought her wearable art.

  • Bella’s concept for a 40ft sculpture named Lunaception was submitted to the Mellon Foundation. Many other artists also submitted their own sculpture concepts. As a newcomer to the sculpture world, she was very excited when she was given an award so that she could bring her idea to life.

  • Bella had a deep and meaningful friendship with Ben & Barbara Bova for many years. Bella was surprised and excited when Ben put an idea she had shared with him into his book the New Earth.

  • She had a boyfriend that affectionately gave her the nickname Bella. She fell in love with the nickname and the people close to her encouraged her to use it when selling her artwork.

    Growing up her family would sometimes call her Susie. When launching her new website she wanted to use both of these great nicknames so “Susie Bella Martin” was born. The switch from Bella Sue Martin to Susie Bella Martin changes the numerology of her name and Bella is ready to embrace the new energy.

  • One of the reasons Bella’s pieces are unique is the use of hand dyed fibers and ribbons. The use of these high quality materials gives the finished pieces a richer and bolder appearance.

  • This type of glass shows different colors when viewed from different directions and under different lighting conditions

  • No, Bella creates high quality pieces that are precisely cut to shape and layered by hand in her studio.

  • Yes, Bella can make a piece that has the colors, design, and flair to fit your style. Send an email to susiebellamartin@gmail.com so that we can discuss your needs.