Elizabeth Kline
Artist Statement
I use silver & other metals to bring out a stone's character with shape, color, patinas & texture. My work is detailed on all sides, in a manner to be worn more than one way. I am inspired by natural flowing elements (water, vines, roots) & urban ones (like rivets & pylons).
My asymmetrical, organic, urban jewelry uses silver, bronze, copper & brass-all the metalwork is hand forged. I use many metalsmithing techniques, including 'lost wax casting': I sculpt a piece in wax and then molten metal is cast into the mold created, destroying it. No piece is repeated. I add unusual semiprecious stones and vintage glass and pearls-usually from the 1950s era, which have deeper colors and interesting shapes. I recycle my metal. I love making wedding bands and meaningful pieces.
Portfolio
Russian Charoite & Sterling Silver Squiggle Earrings
Sterling Silver, Russian Charoite • 2016
$115
Vintage Black and White Polymer and Sterling Silver Earrings
Sterling Silver, Vintage Polymer Cabochons • 2016
$115
Montana Agate and Sterling Silver Pendant
Sterling Silver, Montana Agate • 2016
$180
Australian Mookaite and Sterling Silver Ring
Sterling Silver, Australian Mookaite • 2016
$120
Green Sparkly Vintage Polymer and Antiqued Sterling
Sterling Silver, Vintage Polymer Cabochon • 2016
$145
Antiqued Sterling Silver 'Vine' Necklace and Earring Set
Sterling Silver, Wax. • 2015
$200
Antiqued Sterling Silver 'Vine' Ring
Sterling Silver, Wax. • 2015
$130
Sterling Silver, Fused Glass, and Mookaite Ring Pair
Australian Mookaite, Fused Glass, Sterling Silver • 2014
$200
Long Leaf Chain and New Jade Necklace
Sterling Silver, New Jade • 2011
$150
Curvy Hinged Bracelet
Brass, Sterling Silver • 2011
$95
Sterling Silver and 14k Gold Ball Ring
14k gold, sterling silver • 2009
$175
Cast Sterling Silver Bracelet and Necklace Pair
Sterling Silver, Onyx, Prenite • 2013
$195
Pearl Stitched Leaf Pendant
Pearl, Sterling Silver, Copper • 2011
$90
Dalmatian Jasper Stitched Earrings
Dalmatian Jasper, Gold-Filled wire and beads. • 2013
$65