Wall Pieces

copper with patina, gold leaf, enamel paint, turquoise, silk

I want to share some new work that I have done recently. I decided to take the techniques I use in my jewelry and apply them to sculptures that hang on the wall. The result is almost like three-dimensional paintings. Here is one piece from the series. It is on view at Perlow-Stevens Gallery in Columbia, MO.

The size is 8"x 10"
This pendant is direct inspiration for the wall piece. In this case, the pendant is made of blackened silver and 18K gold, and also can be worn as a pin. This pendant/pin is also on view at the Perlow-Stevens Gallery in Columbia, MO.

Another current project is allowing me to combine my tow passions of jewelry/ metalsmithing, and dance. I am going to be performing at the Brooklyn Academy of Music on Nov. 27th and I am making myself a collar for my costume that is based on piece from Bali, dating from the 19th century. I combined the designs of a dancer necklace with the design of a necklace worn by the royal family of Klungkung in the same era. It is made of the same materials as the original dance necklace, copper with gold leaf and gems. The modern collars are made or gold-painted leather, but I figures that since I have th skills, I might as well go for the real thing.

The inspiration comes from photos from this book:

Open Studio!

Custom ring of blackened silver and paisley-cut rhodolite garnet

Considering the recent upgrades in my studio, it is fortuitous that the annual Atlantic Avenue Artwalk is this weekend. Although, I didn't get on board in time to be in the official listing, there will be several other studios in my building open over the weekend, and I decided to open as well.

In addition to some of the new work, I will have some older designs at great prices and the paintings of my husband, Jun Ishida, will be on display. All along Atlantic Avenue, there will be art on display, whether it is on the walls of local merchants, or in some of the hidden studios along Atlantic and neighboring streets. Have a look a the schedule for details about all of the performing art events as well as special deals offered by local restaurants.

For more information
natasha at natashajewelry.com
646-339-6955

Hope to see all of my New York readers there!