Janet Baskerville

Artist Statement

My ethnic heritage and life experiences are my greatest influences as an artist. I enjoy working three-dimensionally because it is such an intuitive and engaging process.

Jewelry is my passion, and I am drawn to the tactile nature of combining diverse techniques such as metal forging, coppersmithing, beading, casting, and incorporating relic-like found objects and artifacts. I also enjoy creating mixed-media collage, working with materials including paint, paper, fabric, resin, cement, wood, and clay.

What fascinates me most is the way different materials and methods come together to form a cohesive piece. Through this process, I strive to create work that evokes emotion, tells a story, and reflects the rich influences that inspire my creative vision.