Many small business owners balance parenting and their craft, and Nancy Hopkins of
Silver Muse Studio is no different. "I am the mother of two active boys--ages 8 and 20," she says. "Because of their age difference it is like having two only children, and they keep me busy in their own ways. Making jewelry is a great creative outlet for me and helps keep me sane!"
Lucky for the rest of us! Nancy's beautiful work includes bracelets, earrings, and rings. Her jewelry features sterling silver in sculpted into a variety of delicate forms, often oxidized to bring out unique shades in the metal.
"Ever since I was a little girl, I have enjoyed making
things - whether it was a poster for a school project or jewelry out of brightly
colored telephone wires my father brought home one night. I used to love to
watch my father use his power tools in his workshop. I was amazed at what he
could create with his hands and a few tools. Today, I really look forward to
going to my studio and using my own power tools to create wonderful jewelry."
To learn more about the Charlottesville-based artist, be sure to visit
her Etsy store, and catch Nancy with the fruits of her labor tomorrow at CitySpace!
1 comment:
Your work is gorgeous! :)
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