Designs LaRochelle

I have been a jewelry artist for 40 years. I work in sterling silver and 14 kt. gold. I cut, shape, and polish the stones I use in my designs. My focus is unusual jaspers, agates, minerals, and rare stone formations. I use what nature has created, turning it into a canvas, framed in silver and/or 14 kt. gold to showcase its inherent beauty.

I work with sheets and wire which I forge, form, and solder. Most of my pendants are individually crafted, one-of-a-kind wearable pieces of art. I would characterize my style as unique and ever-changing with Asian and Art Nouveau influences. Learning new techniques, finding interesting stones, taking on unusual projects, makes my life as an artist exciting.

I work in sterling silver and 14 kt. gold. I make pendants, earrings, bracelets, and hair ornaments. I hand build my jewelry and cut and polish most of the stones I set. I share my booth with the potter Jon King.