Artist Statement
Inspiration for my work comes from a lifelong interest in fashion design coinciding with my love of danish modern and minimalist forms and elements. I work heavily in recycled sterling silver and copper. I very often incorporate vitreous enamel in my designs as a focal point, exclusive theme or as embellishment. Typically the color palette used in my enameled work is modern and stark with subtle grays and whites however occasionally playful and loud with orange, yellow and mint green. I have recently used ebony and other rare species of wood, bezel setting them to showcase their natural artistry. I am beginning to incorporate bronze cast elements, its richness of color lends an instant antiquity which contradicts beautifully the simple clean lines found consistently in my art. The sparkle of a faceted stone is utilized at times to catch the eye or to accent a more formal design. I strive to make jewelry and other "objets d'art" that will be passed on to subsequent generations, connecting the future wearer with the past from which it came. A simple and romantic tradition to connect ancestors over lifetimes. I hope to be the creator of such treasures while simultaneously challenging the limits of what jewelry and adornment can be.
Artist Statement - The Extended Version
Artist Spotlight on Good Clean Fun Life !
Come visit the studio!
Lyndon Street Artworks - Studio W
205 Lyndon Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
Inspiration for my work comes from a lifelong interest in fashion design coinciding with my love of danish modern and minimalist forms and elements. I work heavily in recycled sterling silver and copper. I very often incorporate vitreous enamel in my designs as a focal point, exclusive theme or as embellishment. Typically the color palette used in my enameled work is modern and stark with subtle grays and whites however occasionally playful and loud with orange, yellow and mint green. I have recently used ebony and other rare species of wood, bezel setting them to showcase their natural artistry. I am beginning to incorporate bronze cast elements, its richness of color lends an instant antiquity which contradicts beautifully the simple clean lines found consistently in my art. The sparkle of a faceted stone is utilized at times to catch the eye or to accent a more formal design. I strive to make jewelry and other "objets d'art" that will be passed on to subsequent generations, connecting the future wearer with the past from which it came. A simple and romantic tradition to connect ancestors over lifetimes. I hope to be the creator of such treasures while simultaneously challenging the limits of what jewelry and adornment can be.
Artist Statement - The Extended Version
Artist Spotlight on Good Clean Fun Life !
Come visit the studio!
Lyndon Street Artworks - Studio W
205 Lyndon Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
