ADORN - A Jewelry Invitational January 17 2025
ADORN
A Jewelry Invitational
On Exhibit: January 24 - February 21, 2025
Opening Reception: Saturday, February 1, 4-7 PM
EXHIBITION DEBUT:
Stop by to preview and shop this exhibition during IMAGES: A Festival of the Arts: Friday, January 24 – Sunday, January 26, 10 AM – 5 PM
Jewelers Above (L-R, T-B): Russell Jones, Jeff & Susan Wise, Barbara Bayne, Wendy Thurlow
We are excited to announce the opening of ADORN, a national jewelry invitational featuring an exceptional variety of wearable designs by a mix of accomplished jewelry artists. Arts on Douglas has a long history of displaying fine art jewelry and this annual, highly-anticipated exhibition will not disappoint. Jewelry enthusiasts and Valentine's Day shoppers alike can take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to find an assortment of unique, handcrafted jewelry. Examples include the the sleek modern designs of Russell Jones, the bold, intricately fashioned, sculptural creations of Jeff and Susan Wise, the elegant organic floral forms of first time participant Barbara Bayne, and the jewelry of Wendy Thurlow, who use centuries old techniques to bring together a variety of metals, surface embellishments, and high quality stones.
From Friday, January 24 through Sunday, January 26, Arts on Douglas will present an early preview of this exhibition in conjunction with the 49th Annual IMAGES: A Festival of the Arts. The official reception will follow on Saturday, February 1, from 4-7 PM. During the reception, the gallery will be offering light refreshments and featuring live music by TRio, featuring Tyler Rosenke on the drums, Ron Gilotti on the bass, and Howard Post on the guitar.
The twelve jewelers in this year's exhibition are Linda Azar of Candler, North Carolina; Barbara Bayne of Havre de Grace, Maryland, Bonnie Bishoff and J.M. Syron of Brunswick, Maine; Peg Fetter of St. Louis, Missouri; Gabrielle Gould of St. Augustine, Florida; Russell Jones of Hudson, NY, Allison Kline of New Smyrna Beach, Florida; Jennifer Letter of Boulder, Colorado; Wendy Thurlow of Bradenton, Florida; and Jeff and Susan Wise of Durango, Colorado.
In addition to this striking jewelry display, Arts on Douglas is excited to announce the inclusion of a private collection of jewelry created by prominent Native American designers and craftsmen from Sante Fe, New Mexico. This curated collection highlights one-of-a-kind pieces by Richard Aguilar (Santo Domingo Pueblo); Lester Abeyta (San Domingo Pueblo); Millie Guina (Eastern Shoshone); Robert Sorrell (Navajo); and Joe & Terry Reano (Santo Domingo), among others.