Shape Pin #16 Product:Shape Pin #16 A simple but richly textured

A simple but richly textured teardrop of sterling silver with a charcoal-toned patina fused with 18k gold

This work explores the delicate interplay between structure and organic form using abstract floral imagery: the stark contrast of black background against white space creates a dramatic frame where soft

Oxidized to emphasize the dot pattern on the front and brushed to a satin finish

5mm amethysts

on permanent exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago

Shape Pin #16 Product:Shape Pin #16 A simple but richly texturedPart of a series first created in 2013, this pin was constructed like a paper doll, with the top layer of enamel painted copper having tabs that fold over and sandwich the polymer clay designs between the front and back layers. The long narrow shape lends itself to being worn as a lapel pin on a jacket. C clasp.