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Symbols in Silver
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These three bracelets were created for three sisters, each of whom had chosen a symbol that bonded them together. The symbols included a heart, a star and a paw print. On the occasion of one sister’s wedding, it was my job to create a bracelet for each one that utilized these three symbols. Every once in a while an artist gets the opportunity to work with a dream client: someone who wants the artist to express him- or her-self while also clarifying any expectations before the hours go into the pieces. To create these bracelets, I utilized four different gauges of silver wire and formed each shape by hand. When deciding upon the support system to connect the focal points to frame, I chose an organic burst of smaller silver supports that almost reminds me of an art nouveau style. This project was a joy to create. The more hours I spent with each piece, the better I understood both the personality of the piece (playful, yet refined) as well as how the metal would react with the fire. Thank you to that dream client. I hope the girls love their bracelets.