2009-03-07 23:19
Chuck Domitrovich In His StudioI heard about Chuck Domitrovich through Etsy. He was profiled on the site and I was enamored first by his devotion to giving back to his community but also by… Read More
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2009-02-27 01:19
Lisa Krikawa
I heard about Lisa Krikawa of Krikawa Jewelry Designs upon learning that she won the latest Mort Abelson Scholarship to the Revere Academy Masters Symposium. It was the first c… Read More
2009-02-19 15:25
Tom HermanTom's studioI heard about Tom Herman and Seven Finger Jewelers through my friend and mentor, Beth Rosengard. Tom’s classical work is absolutely stunning; and even more impr… Read More
2009-02-11 00:12
Karen Olsen Ramsey
Karen's Studio in Sierra Nevada, California
LaVite Luccicante
Les Tres Baigneurs
Frog's Leap
Satsuma Vine-Back
Satsuma Vine-Front
I was introduced to Karen Olsen Ramsey t… Read More
2009-02-02 19:04
Patricia TschetterI found Tschetter Studio through LinkedIn which is proving to be a great online source for business connections. I was struck by Patricia’s elegant designs, meticul… Read More
2009-01-29 18:11
Rachel Franco
I found Rachel Franco and JaLa Designs through LinkedIn's Jewelry Designer group. Although I usually focus on designers who are creating masterful work with precious metals, e… Read More
2009-01-17 21:32
Yeah, I know he's got a lot on his plate, just cleaning up the enormous mess left behind. But it appears that Obama understands how valuable the arts are to the betterment of our society an… Read More
2009-01-13 16:10
I got a tremendous response to my questions about the challenges and opportunities for 2009. Here’s more…Marion Hunziker-Larsen2008 was a tremendously entertaining year. I spen… Read More
2009-01-08 16:57
We kick off 2009 amid a deepening recession and global uncertainty, but with the optimism of a new administration that just might help us all get back on track. For my first post of the New… Read More
2008-12-22 16:23
Steve ShelbyI found Steve Shelby on Ganoksin Gallery and asked him to participate even though he's not a jewelry designer but rather a metalsmith working on a larger scale to create lovely… Read More
2008-12-21 21:42
I just learned that this blog earned the "Over The Top" award by Nancy Troske of Silverlight Contemporary Jewelry. Thank you and thanks to all the incredible jewelry artists who participate… Read More
2008-12-17 17:43
Kim FoxAs we look around at the state of the economy, any one who is not at least a bit scared about their own well-being is probably...lying. So it is with admiration that I present this p… Read More
2008-12-11 04:15
Marianne HunterI first saw Marianne Hunter's work at the recent Contemporary Crafts Market in Santa Monica, CA. Marianne's specialty is highly intricate enamel work incorporating precious m… Read More
2008-12-11 00:56
Brittany Golden in UtahI found Brittany Golden through the Ganoksin Gallery and was impressed with her rugged, natural style. It wasn't surprising then to discover that she lives surrounded… Read More
2008-11-23 23:27
Sue Ann Dorman IN her computer!Concrete and Car Glass Concrete and Car Glass Raw Diamond RingAmetrine and Gold Pendant Lizard God-ABS Opal and Diamond Necklace I first met Sue when I signed… Read More
2008-11-16 21:05
Beth Rosengard Mixed Media Wall ArtI have the great privilege of friendship with Beth Rosengard. I met Beth a few months ago when she had a home sale in Los Angeles where she was offering l… Read More
2008-11-04 00:00
Beth Rosengard Adam Neeley Marianne Hunter Kevin Patrick Kelly Kathleen Maley Teri Pelio Ruth ShapiroThe 23rd Contemporary Crafts Market in Santa Monica, CA just concluded its 2008 show whi… Read More
2008-10-28 15:12
Sarit WolfusI found Sarit Wolfus through the Ganoksin Gallery. I was interested to learn that Sarit’s main occupation was music for over 20 years. She started out in the Israeli Army… Read More
2008-10-21 14:50
Donna Hiebert "Homage to Borobodur"2006 NICHE Awards in Metal: Holloware categoryI came across Donna Hiebert's work through the Orchid Gallery. I found her work absolutely stunning with its… Read More
2008-10-16 00:15
Lilian ChenIt is such a thrill to watch a friend experience long-sought success...especially someone so deserving.I first met Lilian when I signed up for one of her classes at the Pasadena… Read More
2008-10-08 18:55
Holly GageHolly Gage specializes in creating gorgeous Precious Metal Clay (PMC) jewelry--and teaching/writing about PMC techniques. I first saw her work on the Ganoksin Gallery website but… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Naked JewelryUnless you have been living under a rock, you are probably aware of the Orchid network for jewelry professional and hobbyists. This online forum is one of the most valuable sou… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Linda Gebert
I first encountered Linda Gebert through the Ganoksin Gallery. Her work stood out to me as particularly colorful and joyful. Then I discovered that aside from her jewelry desi… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Jay Whaley In ClassI’ve been hearing about Jay Whaley’s rolling mill workshop for quite some time now. It seems that whenever the topic of rolling mills comes up, his name is in… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Gordon Aatlo
Swirl Rings
Orbit Ring
Two Blossoms
Torus Ring Pendant
Swirl Pendant
I first learned about Gordon Aatlo through a request I put out on LinkedIn seeking “the best-of-the… Read More
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