Jewelry Design: Where Does Inspiration come from?

I am often asked where my ideas originate when designing a jewelry piece. The answer is… everywhere! 

Yep, that is pretty vague. I get it. Let’s see if I can give you a few examples.

• Nature. Anytime I can get outside away from the day to day events and distractions.. I get inspired! Sometimes a simple walk around our pond can do the trick. Other times I need to hike into the mountains. When my mind has a chance to unclutter, it is amazing what ideas flow! Try it yourself. it works!

•   Architecture and shapes. Often I will see a product completely unrelated to jewelry design. An unusual structure or building, a window treatment, a pattern in clothing.. the list goes on. I immediately start to think of ways to incorporate that design into my pieces.

  

•   Gemstones. Two years ago I discovered these Malachite cabochons while attending the Tucson Gem Show. I was enamored with the rich green color. Since malachite is often found in copper deposits I knew I had found something special. I started playing around with design to complement each and every gem. They started to come alive for me when placed in sterling and copper pieces.. and combining them with emerald and other faceted gems created an entirely different look. Fun!

• Texture. the veins and lines in a single leaf, a cactus skeleton, textures in pottery or other pieces. All of these start the creation process for me.

I see ideas and designs everywhere. I guess this is what the creative process is all about. 

What makes your head start spinning with ideas for your passion or work? We all have that creative streak inside. We just need to let it out

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