Graphic design, love of nature and a desire to experiment inspire my work.

One of the reasons making jewelry appeals to me so much is that the mediums that can be used are endless. Traditional jewelers use fine metals and gemstones, however, these can be combined with so many other materials. As I move forward in my jewelry art making, I am experimenting with combining metals in addition to working with etching, stamping and various ways of adding texture, as well as adding different materials into the mix. Color is also important to me as a graphic designer and maker of jewelry, so including gemstones, colorful and unique beads, and experimenting with ways of adding color will also be evident in my work.

I hope you enjoy my pieces. Many are one of a kind and some are limited edition. New works will be added on a continuous basis.

You can also view new items and my growing line of handmade beads on the Etsy website at www.janiceartjewelry.etsy.com

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EDUCATION

2005 B.A. Studio Art - California State University - Fullerton, California

1987 Diploma - Packaging Design and Development - Humber College, Toronto, Ontario

JEWELRY STUDIES:

Jewelry/Metal Fabrication, A & B - Pasadena City College, Pasadena, CA

Jewelry Design 1 - Cal State Fullerton, Fullerton, CA

WORKSHOPS:

Revere Jewelry Academy, San Francisco, CA: Fabrication 2 - Carving and Chains; Keum-boo; Surrealism to Wear with Thomas Mann; Nature Smithing

Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino, CA: Mixed Media for Jewelry Artists with Diane Falkenhagen

Peruvian Bead Company, Ventura, CA: Basic Knotting and Beadmaking

INSPIRED BY:

Jewelry Artists: Kimberly Keyworth, Thomas Mann, Jes Maharry

Painters: Georgia O'keeffe, Emily Carr, Lawren Harris, Frida Kahlo, Mary Pratt, Rene Magritte, Henri Matisse

Architect: Frank Gehry

Graphic Designers: Chip Kidd, Margo Chase

Choreographer: Garth Fagan

Fashion Designers: Jill Sander, Ralph Lauren