Deb Karash Jewelry

We get a kick out of being surprised.

So, we were pleasantly surprised when we

discovered that jewelry made by

Deb Karash features the

    fusing of colored pencil on metal.

Drawing with colored pencils on a copper base,

using several shades to create each vibrant design,

then combining that piece with sterling silver

 results in delightful jewelry

with depth and texture.

Each new layer of nuanced color adds depth

and each layer of metal provides richly

textured dimension.

 
 

Fusing creative design with excellent

metalsmithing skills is just the beginning

of this multi-layered process.

Fusing multiple layers of pencil and patina

creates surprising and wonderful

jewelry that inspires us.

 

Does all of this inspire you?

Let us know what you think!

Kim Lucci Elbualy Jewelry

We have recently become aware

of the fascinating jewelry

designed by Kim Lucci Elbualy.

Her one-of-a-kind sculptural works

feature abstract forms in copper, silver,

enamel and patinas.

We usually admire a broad range of work

created by an artist; it's rare that we become

enthralled with one type or one aspect of someone's

work but in this case we have to admit there is

one particular series of brooches that we

crave. Can't really say why, but Kim's

"Entrance Series" is hands-down our favorite.

Here is Entrance I

See what we mean?

Simply fascinating!

Here is Entrance II

And we have to complete the series

with Entrance III

Remarkable. Striking. Intriguing.

We really can't stop admiring them.

What do you think?