Meridith Merwald-Gofta
Omaha Nebraska
Jewelry
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Artist Bio:
I’ve always been attracted to shiny and sparkly things hence my rhinestone jewelry collection. After years of buying and repairing vintage rhinestone jewelry I wanted to learn more. I taught myself freeform wire wrapping which eventually started me on the path to metalsmithing.
I work in Sterling Silver, Fine Silver, Rolled Gold, Gold and Copper. I like experimenting with different silversmithing techniques such as broom-casting, reticulating, and forging I enjoy seeing how far I can go with the different techniques before the metal turns into a molten ball. Even then I might try to use that. I love tools, especially hammers; it’s amazing what different hammers do to a piece of metal.
Artist Statement:
I work with Sterling, Fine Silver, Gold, gold-filled, copper, and brass sheet and wire. I fabricate all of my designs and a majority of my findings. I also cut many of my stones.
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