Transformed is my collection of one-of-a-kind art jewelry.
Compelled to find a way to make the lifeless sheet metal take on the free-flowing nature of fabric, I developed a new style of Fold Forming. As you view the artwork, you'll see the intentional, non-symmetric folds, curves and creases reveal an organic, tensionless rhythm. I've individually crafted each work of art, designing them with obvious or subtle differences.
Fabrication often starts with framing the piece. This entails painstakingly soldering wire around the entire piece, creating a beautifully finished, soft edge. To simply complete the edge takes about 5 hours for one Ribbon bracelet. Fabric or other textures are sometimes used to add the print using a rolling mill. And with a fantastic release, I use a hammer and vice to complete the final fabric-like shape.
Below are a few examples of my Transformed collection.
the Ribbon Bracelet
Fabric Texture, 1Inch Width with Tapered, Curled Ends
Sterling Silver
High Polish Finish, 1 Inch Width with Curled Ends
Argentium Silver
Satin Texture, 1/2 inch width.
Sterling Silver
Shimmering Finish, 1/2 inch width.
Argentium Silver
Fold Form Rings
Ribbon Ring, Adjustable Size with Bark Texture
Sterling Silver
Transformed "Magic" Ring, High Polish Finish with Citrine
Argentium Silver
Fabric Texture, Adjustable Size
Sterling Silver
Ribbon Ring, Adjustable Size with Shimmering Finish
Sterling Silver
Fold Form Pendants
Textured with Blue Topaz
Sterling Silver
Fabric Textured
Sterling Silver pendant, Garnet necklace
SatinTexture
Sterling Silver pendant, Garnet necklace
Satin Texture
Sterling Silver pendant, Garnet necklace
Fold Form Earrings
Textured, Without Edge
Sterling Silver
Fabric Texture
Sterling Silver
Bark Texture
Sterling Silver
Fabric Texture
Sterling Silver
Satin Finish
Sterling Silver
Won 2nd Place at the Georgia National Fair , High Polish Finish
Argentium Silver