Grid Collage Earrings: Large Ellipse

Shiny sterling silver, aquamarine, sapphire, tourmaline, pearl, lapis, turquoise, glass beads, sequins

1 ¼ x 1 3/8 x 1/4 in

With my jewelry ‘Collections’ I continue my investigation of patterns, weave structures, architecture and nature. I allude to these explorations without suggesting a literal reference. This work is about being reminded of the familiar while not being familiar. It is about taking a second look—noticing the delicate catching of light, reflections of color, simple twist or facet. Very wearable in nature the work is versatile and elegant.

My jewelry collections are made in tandem with the larger one of a kind pieces. They are distillations. Paired down to simple, direct, easily wearable pieces that are versatile and elegant. They are designed to come to life when worn. Created with care by me in my studio, they have slight variations and uniqueness.

Artist Bio:
In 2003 Raïssa received a BFA in metals from Rhode Island School of Design and studied in Italy at Alchimia School of Contemporary Jewelry. Fueled by the rituals of everyday life with special objects and how we present ourselves daily, Raïssa makes both one-of-a-kind and collections of jewelry that are inspired by textiles, pattern, bits of nature, shadows, and optics. Through teaching, facilitating, and writing, she offers ideas and practices about jewelry technique, creative process, and professional practices (including atypical ones related to wellness, mindset, habits) and how they integrate with our day-to-day lives. She grew up in the Hudson Valley and lives and works on the central Oregon coast.