See my work at           ARTISTICA        Downtown Dexter, MI

Artist Statement

 My designs combine graceful clean lines with intricate detail to create a layered effect. Along with the layers, I want to convey contemporary times and tastes while also linking to historic and futuristic influences. I will often translate something from nature into an abstract version that will relate to both an organic theme and geometric playfulness.

When stones are involved, I look for the top grade in color and quality, and then develop the designs to enhance the stone's special character.

Using the lost wax method of casting, I connect precious metals with semi-precious and precious stones to create a sculpted look. Every piece is first made out of wax and then encased in plaster. The wax is melted out leaving a cavity that molten metal is cast into. After many steps of sanding, filing, buffing, and polishing, the stone is set. After a final polishing, it is presented for your enjoyment.
 

Artist Profile

     Elizabeth Nels Nelson has been creating and displaying her original jewelry designs in national juried art shows and galleries since 1974. To expand her skills, Nels has studied and completed courses in fine art and jewelry at:

Colorado Institute of Art, Kansas City Art Institute (MO),

Penland Crafts School (NC),

Ferris State College (MI),

Stewart's International School of Jewelry (FL), and

Western Michigan University.

Nels' jewelry has been featured in prominent national art shows and festivals  throughout the country, including:

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (LA);

Gasparilla (Tampa, FL);

Naples Invitational (FL);

Longs Park Art Fair (Lancaster, PA);

Kansas City Plaza (KS);

Cain Park (Cleveland, OH);

Lakefront (Milwaukee, WI);

Summer fair (Cincinnati, OH);

Midwest Festival of Arts (Skokie, IL):

St. James ( Louisville, KY);

Penrod (Indianapolis, IN);

Summer Art Fair (Columbus, OH);

Ann Arbor Invitational Show( MI);

and the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair.

Photos of her designs have been featured on the covers of numerous show programs and media promotions.

Her unique designs have brought her national recognition and honors.

Among her awards are:

 Best of Show (Bronson Park; Kalamazoo, MI);

 Award of Excellence (Midwest Festival of Arts; Skokie, IL);

Second Place of Show and Judges Choice award (Cain Park; Cleveland, OH); First Place of Show (Upper Arlington; Columbus, OH); and

Judges Award of Merit (Lafayette, IN).

Nels' work has also been exhibited in numerous galleries, including:

Langman Gallery (Philadelphia, PA);

Hanson Gallery (Houston, TX);

Avalon Gallery (Cleveland, OH);

National Museum of Women in the Arts (Washington, DC.);

Dell Mano Gallery (Los Angeles, CA); and

Washington St. Gallery (Ann Arbor, MI).

 

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