Archive for the 'Pendants' Category
New Mexico jewelry artist Nina Morrow creates the most fantastic pieces from driftwood and other materials found along the Rio Grande. Each of her beads is cut and formed by hand. She uses a wood burner and cuts into the surface of the beads giving them an almost tribal quality. On some of her work, she dyes the beds bright shades of green, red or orange.
These pieces are extremely lightweight – the look of large jewelry without the weight. Each design is a handcrafted original.
Visit Gallery Five for more art jewelry by Nina Morrow and other jewelry artists.
The shapes of Lisa Ceccorulli’s art jewelry take the forms of stepping stones used to make walkways through ancient Japanese gardens. The stones (as well as some of the plants) were arranged in groups of threes, fives, and sevens. Today, Buddhist temples still have gardens based on the 3-5-7 design.
oxidized sterling silver and 22k gold
To imitate the texture of those stones, Ceccorulli hammers the metal against a rock and then sandblasts sandblasts it. The fused appliqués of 22k gold reflect her interpretation of the elements in a landscape. Through this collection, she tries to express the feeling of contentment and completeness that a Japanese garden can provide.
Lisa looks at three, five, and seven as symbols of the steps to contentment.
Lisa Ceccorulli, jewelry artist, hand-fabricates pendants, bracelets, and earrings using brushed sterling silver or oxidized sterling silver with 22k gold accents. She creates textures by hammering, sandblasting and roll printing.
The shapes of Lisa Ceccorulli’s art jewelry take the forms of stepping stones used to make walkways through ancient Japanese gardens. The stones (as well as some of the plants) were arranged in groups of threes, fives, and sevens. Today, Buddhist temples still have gardens based on the 3-5-7 design.
To imitate the texture of those stones, Ceccorulli hammers the metal against a rock and then sandblasts it. The fused appliqués of 22k gold reflect her interpretation of the elements in a landscape.
Lisa says she likes to look at three, five, and seven as symbols of the steps to contentment.
More art jewelry from the Patricia McCleery collection featured at Gallery Five along with other promising and prominent artisans … innovative art jewelry.
Sterling silver cuff with 22k gold accents and a fossil ivory face. An boulder opal and druzy set in oxidized sterling silver pendant with 18k gold accent.
Gallery Five Show of Jewelry Artist, Patricia McCleery – March 1-31, 2010
Celebrated in Santa Fe for her innovative designs, Patricia McCleery studied with famed Hopi Jeweler Charles Loloma and designed for the Smithsonian Catalog. Lapidary Journal, American Style Magazine and the Santa Fean have noted her work.
Patricia has been fascinated with the amulets and talismans of ancient cultures. The ancient cliff dwellings of the Southwest inspired her to use Prehistoric Mammoth tusk, and Australian Boulder Opal in combination with silver and 22K gold to create pieces that connect us to a mysterious ancient message. An ancient message retold in modern time.
Pictured to the right is a Patricia McCleery sterling silver pendant with 22k gold accents with an ivory fossil face. Leather linen cord. This distinctive pendant is 3″ x 3 1/2″ – length 17″.
Browse Gallery Five collections of American made art jewelry by prominent and promising artisans.
mother-of-pearl, stainless steel and sterling silver
Artist Profile: Barbara Silverstein
As a designer whose strength is minimal architectural classic lines, Barbara SilverStein’s response to the purity of the intristic beauty of braided stainless steel was immediate and total. Each art to wear piece and its findings are formed by hand. SilverStein’s standard for excellence includes achieving total comfort while maintaining exquisite craftsmanship. The finished result is both timeless and maintenance free.
Award winning designer and artist, Barbara SilverStein will share with you the process of knitting and braiding stainless steel and gold. Her creations are combined with fresh water pearls, washed jade and semiprecious stones.there is a stark, minimalist elegance.
More art to wear jewelry at Gallery Five.
amethyst necklace by Julie Shaw
amethyst by Marty Schaerer
February’s traditional birthstone and the suggested stone for the 6th anniversary. Amethyst is the most valued member of the quartz family and can be found in numerous shades of purple, lilac and mauve.
A beautiful quartz, usually purple, or violet in color, Amethyst is a stone of pure love, it is beautiful as well as spiritual and it has no negative side effects. It is therefore a must for anyone’s crystal and jewelry collection!
When held in your receptive hand (left hand if you are right handed and right if you are left handed) an Amethyst’s peaceful vibrations aid in soothing, de-stressing and calming – especially helpful after a stress-filled day.
Or wear Amethyst next to your skin to keep you calm in stressful situations.
When placed beneath the pillow Amethyst is said to be able to ward off nightmares and insomnia.
It aids peaceful sleep and pleasant dreams – which can sometimes be prophetic.
Healing Properties
Amethyst inspires the healing of all organs and brings about mental peace and a state of relaxation.
The gift of Amethyst is symbolic of protection and the power to overcome difficulty. It is said to strengthen the bond in a love relationship, so it is an ideal anniversary or engagement gem. Whether or not Amethyst holds such power, its stunning beauty will certainly make anyone who wears it feel like royalty!
According to Legend
Amethyst originated when Bacchus, the God of Wine, grew angry at mortals. He vowed the next mortal that crossed his path would be eaten by tigers. At that time, a beautiful young maiden named Amethyst was on her way to worship the Goddess Diana. Diana, knowing of Bacchus vow, turned Amethyst into a pillar of colorless quartz to protect her from the tigers. Bacchus, witnessing the miracle, repented and poured wine over Amethyst, staining her purple.
If gazing into the sparkling purple depths of an Amethyst suffuses you with a sense of powerful well being, this is only to be expected. The ancient Greeks believed that this gemstone held many powers, among them protection against intoxication. In fact, the word Amethyst comes from the Greek word “amethystos,” meaning sober. In ancient Greece, the gemstone was associated with the god of wine, and it was common practice to serve this beverage from Amethyst goblets in the belief that this would prevent overindulgence. Even today, Amethyst is considered a stabilizing force for those struggling to overcome addictive behaviors.
Gallery Five Jewelry Show is from February 1-28 featuring Shellie David, jewelry artist.
Artist Statement: “I make jewelry with my hands, constantly changing my materials and techniques to accommodate new concepts. With my heart, my aim is to make beautiful things that will uplift the spirit of those who both see it and wear my work.”
“My goal is to create three-dimensional images that look alive — if a completed piece looks as if it will get up and walk away — that to me is ART! I begin with fabulous gems and minerals that I’m drawn to and choose for their earthy quality. I then add gold, silver and texture. I carve in wax, repousse, hammer in wood, and use rolled print metal. My work is always evolving. As a result, my display cases reflect the different moods and styles I’ve developed. I hope you enjoy looking at and wearing my “little sculptures.”
Browse more sterling silver jewelry, art to wear! currently featured at Gallery Five.
Baharal-Gnida oval bronze earrings with sterling silver lines. Clips.
Handmade contemporary jewelry can be the perfect gift to yourself or to someone special, with the unique design suggesting that she is one-of-a-kind.
Art jewelry consists of necklaces, earrings, rings, bracelets, pins and pendants with both elaborate and simple elegant designs.
You can look your stylish best and definitely stand out from the crowd if you wear jewelry that is contemporary. If you are going out on a date and you want to appear unique without having to say much, modern jewelry will definitely speak a lot more about your personality than what you can convey while talking.
Handmade earrings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets can all be found at Gallery Five.
2010 Greetings from Florida .... Paula and Paul Coben
Gallery Five’s January Shows feature
three distinctive Trunk Shows and artisan jewelry
from the work of two very distinctive jewelry artists.
JEWELRY SHOW
January 26-30
Leni Hoch
January 2-30
Julie Shaw
Penelope Weinstein
TRUNK SHOWS
January 12-16
Mina Norton
January 19-23
Elizabeth Garver
Gallery Five is in its 28th season, featuring wearable art and five types of fine crafts by American Artists: ceramics, glass, fiber, metal and wood.