Kaelin Cordis
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Kaelin Cordis
Kaelin Cordis learned traditional Metalsmithing techniques under the tutelage of internationally recognized Master-Smiths Bill Bastas of Austin, Texas and Rick Smith of Carbondale, Illinois. With the intention of exploring traditional metalsmithing techniques using modern methods, she started Kaelin Design, and has pursued the in-depth study of the medium of Metal interacting with the natural environment, resulting in sculped beauty.
Further personal study brought Kaelin's attention to bear on classic jewelry techniques. Bringing her experience with forged sculpture into the fine jewelry arena, she has pursued the challenge of sculptured adornment. With strong influences from Alber Paley, the Art Nouveau movement, and the curvilinear organic forms found in nature, Kaelin creates light, elegant forms of abiding luxury.
"I find myself continually fascinated by the idea that metal can be manipulated. Anything can be done with this versatile material. To take a manufactured product and forge, shape, or manipulate the material into something so apparently different, yet still just as strong and durable...I think that has to be one of the most fascinating processes in the arena of Art. That this result can be exquisitely beautiful as well, is one of my life's joys."
Kaelin lives and sculpts in Belton, Missouri.
Kaelin Cordis
Kaelin's Definition of Art Metalsmith
Metalsmith is the modern term for a person who manipulates metal through traditional and modern methods to achieve a hand crafted result. Traditionally, such people were called smiths, and worked almost exclusively in one medium, such as iron or silver. In modern times, such a title as Blacksmith is misleading as one generally works in a variety of metal media. For those who are curious, in modern practice, this does not include shoeing horses (such a person is now called a farrier) but is instead considered to be on par with fine Sculpture.
Unique Handmade Jewelry
Using only quality materials, I attempt each time to fashion an item of adornment which combines my interest of the medium of metals with my love for abiding luxury. Thus, each item I create is a unique article of beauty, designed to enhance the unique beauty of the wearer. Even seemingly identical pieces may well have a different connection method, or incorporate a subtle change in nuance in the process of creation.
Kaelin Cordis
For more information, please visit www.kaelindesign.com.
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