Tracy Sorensen

Artist Statement

I have always been a scribbler, doodler, fidgeter and maker, but found my true calling when I took my first jewelry class. I took a few more classes and workshops to learn metalworking basics, but gained the most by trial, error, experimentation, frustration and epiphany!

I’m inspired by the traditional Japanese aesthetic called wabi-sabi, which is centered on acceptance of transience and imperfection. My jewelry is simple. Shapes and clean lines with textural elements. It’s also imperfect. Pieces may be asymmetrical or show the work of my hands and tools.

My jewelry is also impermanent, made to be worn often (and perhaps worn out). My hope always is that you wear my jewelry happily for many years, changing as you change. Perfectly imperfect.

RESUME

On the Hill Gallery, Yorktown, Virginia
2010-2026: Participating Artist; First, Second and Third Place awards in Member Shows

Online Bracelet Challenge by Lion Punch Forge and Net Creative Designs
2024: First Place

Yorktown Art Stroll, Yorktown, Virginia
2019-2025 Participant

Art at the River Juried Art Show, Yorktown, Virginia
2026 Participant

Hermitage Handmade Festival Juried Art Show, Norfolk, Virginia
2019 Participant