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Artist Statement:
Simple, yet interesting jewelry is
what I like to create. The most basic shapes such as circles and squares can be
very interesting if they have character. I do not use
decorative gemstones in my pieces because those stones tend
to become the focal point of the jewelry. Rather, I create
something interesting and pleasing to the eye and skin, by
combining different shapes and textures of the metal. The
colors I use on my pieces are often glass seed beads and
sequins, and they are as beautiful as precious stones. I
believe that it is my techniques and labor that's making
this jewelry valuable, not the value of precious stones.
I feel that the most important aspect to my jewelry is its
craftsmanship.
I often feel under-appreciated when I am referred to as a
"designer", because it sounds so far removed from the
creation of the work itself. When I start working on a
piece, a lot get changed in the process. Sometimes it
evolves into something completely different than what was
originally in my sketchbook. More often than not, something
much better is created. Even though I have been working with
silver for approximately thirteen years now, each design
offers a completely different way of working with the
material. Every design gives me new ideas but also some
challenges I have to "figure out" a solution for .
Another very important aspect of my jewelry is its
functionality.
I find a lot of very innovative and beautiful jewelry out
there that are non-functional as jewelry. I can't imagine
some of those would be comfortable to wear. My jewelry needs
to be worn for a full appreciation. That is why I pay
great attention to its shape, weight and volume so that the
wearer can be totally comfortable while wearing it. |
Artist's
Website:
http://www.314studio.com |
