Tracey Timmons*
Elgin, SC | Provisional Member
The natural form and patterns of blooms, foliage, butterflies and dragonflies are at the heart of the inspiration for my work. My pieces are largely representational and made my own using traditional metalsmithing techniques and tools. My process begins with alloying sterling silver and milling into sheet and wire. The metal is manipulated into my vision of the curves and bends for form and brought to life with surface treatments such as carving for texture and depth, keum-boo, oxidizing techniques and adding color with bezel set gemstones.