I've been playing around with setting stones. Labradorite is my favorite.
Peridot, Moonstone, and Amethyst in sterling silver
Labradorite in sterling silver
Labradorite in sterling silver
Blue Topaz in sterling silver - in process
Blue Topaz in sterling silver
Amethyst in sterling silver - oxidized
I got to participate in the RAW Artists Seattle show! It was a great experience and I met lots of talented artists.
Hello everyone,
'Tis the season! Honestly, I'm not a huge fan of the holiday season. Holidays are great and all - I love the festivities, the family, and the food. But I could do without the constant reminders that we should all be buying hundreds of dollars worth of gifts for everyone in our lives. In my opinion, gifts are nice, but they're not what the holidays should be about. I already have too much stuff that's sitting around in my closet. I really don't need any more things. I think the best kinds of gifts you can give are hand-made, or locally made useful objects. The kinds of things that will create memories and be held on to all year instead of stuffed in a closet.
I've recently made a bunch of new laser cut keychain and ornament designs. Some of them are holiday themed, but most of them are just plain cute or simple. I've made a ton more animals, like dogs, turtles, and cats, and mythical creatures, like fairies, centaurs, and dragons. I've also started to make letters and US states. All of my keychains and ornaments are designed by me, cut by a local laser cutter, and sanded, finished, and polished by me in my garage. If you're looking for a low-budget, meaningful gift for yourself or someone else, for the holidays or for any reason, check these out: www.etsy.com/shop/NinaRaizel?section_id=12446041
Happy holidays!
My work has been accepted to the Galerie Marzee Annual Graduate Show 2014! I'm so honored and excited for this opportunity, and if you happen to be in the area, please stop by the gallery. The work that was accepted is a collection of 8 cast bronze rings.
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Statement:
The differences and similarities between soft natural forms, and harsh straight lines are fascinating. When learning how to cast bronze by vacuum casting, I was constantly pushing the limits of what my molds and wax could do because I enjoyed the experience of working with it so much. I became engrossed in the raw, unrefined structures the wax could produce. Creating jewelry based on cast parts of my body became a theme, as well as experimenting with different geometric patterns and ideas. In the end, I wanted each piece to embody touch and experience – able to be held and enjoyed just as much as worn.
Circle Ring
Ear Ring 1
Ear Ring 2
Ear Ring 3
Square Ring
Thumb Ring 1
Thumb Ring 2
Triangle Ring
