I Identify as Fabulous Darling

Let the fabulous begin…

This piece is pure unapologetic glamour - a celebration of self-expression, camp, queerness, and joy. I Identify as Fabulous Darling started as a sculptural experiment and evolved into a dazzling wall-mounted statement of identity. From the stunning stag’s head to the Swarovski crystal necklace, earrings and luscious red lips, every element was chosen to say: I am here, I am glorious, and I am not toning it down for anyone.

The journey began with a resin stag’s head, which I mounted onto an ornate vintage mirror. The glass was treated with absolute care - slowly drilled using a Dremel fitted with a diamond-tip bit, cooled gently with water and cotton buds. The head was attached with a secure screw and bolt system from behind, anchoring her firmly in her frame.

Dremel rotary tool fitted with a diamond-tip bit being used to drill a hole into the vintage mirror with yellow tape for precision – part of the wall mounting process.
Back view of the stag’s head mounted to a vintage mirror using a secure screw system, showing the construction process.
Stag’s head with detached antlers. Swarovski crystal chain necklace in sunlight, mid-way through transformation into a glam wall sculpture.

Once she was mounted, the adornment began. I drilled tiny holes into her antlers and ears to hang iridescent crystal ‘earrings’. A Swarovski Crystal chain was fashioned into a collar, and a handmade pearl necklace - threaded on nylon using leftover bridalwear beads - was crowned with a sparkling teardrop pendant. It was meticulous, delicate work… and fabulously over the top.

crystal drops and pearls arranged on a patterned tablecloth – the early planning stage of the sculpture ‘I Identify as Fabulous, Darling’.
Close-up of the stag’s head with long false lashes and red painted lips, capturing the sassy character of the piece.

Seen in full, this piece demands attention. She’s glamorous, playful, defiant - the kind of artwork that turns heads and starts conversations. Seen here with the reflection of Cinderella Story in her reflection.

She’s not for everyone. But for those who understand, she’s everything!

Completed sculpture ‘I Identify as Fabulous, Darling’ mounted on a mirror with antlers dripping in crystals, pearls, and attitude.

Her lashes were applied with precision and drama. A single Swarovski crystal sits at the corner of each eye - just enough to catch the light. Finally, a slick of perfect red lipstick brought her to life. With that final flourish, she became something more than a sculpture. She became her.

•Title: I Identify as Fabulous Darling

• Medium: Mixed media wall sculpture (resin, mirror, Swarovski crystal, pearl beads, glass, rhinestones)

• Size: 90cm x 65cm x 22cm

• Year: 2025

• Signed by the artist and includes a certificate of authenticity.

• The artist retains the copyright of the piece.

• Handle with care – fragile mirrored backing.

Previous

Cinderella Story - Rags to Riches
Next

Boudicca Lamp