Opening Triptych: Two Stone Guardians / One Torn Metal Product:Opening Triptych: Two Stone Guardians / One Torn Metal skillfully bezel-set in 22k gold

skillfully bezel-set in 22k gold and upcycled sterling silver

each piece is created using many layers of drips and pours

Sterling silver posts & backs

this tactile necklace collects stone

Opening Triptych: Two Stone Guardians / One Torn Metal Product:Opening Triptych: Two Stone Guardians / One Torn Metal skillfully bezel-set in 22k goldThe wall pieces are made of 95% hand cast abca paper. When it has dried and is gessoed the artist applies a white joint compound mixture which when dried quickly will create a beautifully cracked surface. The artist covers the surface with encaustic wax ( bees wax ) which after the cracks are darkened makes a smooth blended surface. The figures are cut out of cedar wood and wrapped with patina blue or fired copper. They are then attached to a textured