Four Corners Focus
April 2022 Four Corners Focus
In order to show the amazing works of art created by our members, and inspire other members to learn, create and excel, we are showcasing a member every month.
The April Four Corners Focus is provided by Suzy Williams.
SuzyWDesigns was born 6 years ago after I was chased down in the grocery store. The owner of Moab Made, a store in Moab, UT that is dedicated to local artists, wanted to have my work. Knowing that I needed to up my game and start learning more about jewelry making. I joined the 4 Corners Gem and Mineral Club and made the 3-hour trek to learn. My first class was Silver Casting with Jaymus and then a course on silversmithing. I soon moved to Durango as I was hooked on going to the club and became a Shop Steward.
Landscapes, geology and rocks have been a theme throughout my life: my father being a geologist and Grandfather a Land Man in Oklahoma had a major influence on me. Thru reading books, I had dabbled in the world of precious metal clay, and I was able to combine fine silver with my love of the outdoors. I am probably most recognized by that work. I hand carve my landscapes and work with the clay to create my PMC jewelry line, as seen in the photos.
I continue to explore several styles of jewelry making (silversmithing, enamel and PMC) and they always seem to have the landscape, rock, gemstone theme.
55 East 100 South is the address of my studio in Moab, UT that I work out of, stop by if you are ever in the area. Otherwise, I hope to see all of you this year at the shop.
Cheers!
Suzy Williams
In order to show the amazing works of art created by our members, and inspire other members to learn, create and excel, we are showcasing a member every month.
The April Four Corners Focus is provided by Suzy Williams.
SuzyWDesigns was born 6 years ago after I was chased down in the grocery store. The owner of Moab Made, a store in Moab, UT that is dedicated to local artists, wanted to have my work. Knowing that I needed to up my game and start learning more about jewelry making. I joined the 4 Corners Gem and Mineral Club and made the 3-hour trek to learn. My first class was Silver Casting with Jaymus and then a course on silversmithing. I soon moved to Durango as I was hooked on going to the club and became a Shop Steward.
Landscapes, geology and rocks have been a theme throughout my life: my father being a geologist and Grandfather a Land Man in Oklahoma had a major influence on me. Thru reading books, I had dabbled in the world of precious metal clay, and I was able to combine fine silver with my love of the outdoors. I am probably most recognized by that work. I hand carve my landscapes and work with the clay to create my PMC jewelry line, as seen in the photos.
I continue to explore several styles of jewelry making (silversmithing, enamel and PMC) and they always seem to have the landscape, rock, gemstone theme.
55 East 100 South is the address of my studio in Moab, UT that I work out of, stop by if you are ever in the area. Otherwise, I hope to see all of you this year at the shop.
Cheers!
Suzy Williams
