Metalwork
Jewelry is extremely intimate. The intricacies of the backs of brooches, necklaces, and rings are known only to the wearer- a kind of personal secret. My jewelry references my changing ideas about womanhood as I go through my life and encounter milestones that millions of other women also relate to - family, body image, health issues, love, building a career and a life for oneself, and uncertainty about the future. Juggling these responsibilities while also trying to bring beauty into my life and environment inspire me to create my work.
copper, sterling silver, china paint enamel, stainless steel pinback wire
vaires- the center brooch is 2.75" tall
2009
copper, sterling silver, china paint enamel, stainless steel pinback wire
vaires- the center brooch is 2.75" tall
2009
copper, silver, china paint enamel, pinback wire
varies- the tan and yellow round brooches are about 2" in diameter
2009
copper, sterling silver, china painting enamel
individual sizes vary- the circular brooches are each about 2" in diameter
2008
copper, sterling silver, china painting enamel
individual sizes vary- the circular brooches are each about 2" in diameter
2008
copper, sterling silver, china painting enamel
individual sizes vary- the round brooches are each about 2" in diameter
2008
copper, sterling silver, enamel, found zippers
necklace length is about 13"- enamel is 2" x 1" x .5"
2008