jewelry making
I was recently interviewed by the magazine Bold Journey. They asked me about my life as a jewelry maker - as well as a marine biologist and a published author - where I get my “resilience” from, and much more. You can read the full interview (and look at some cool pics) here!
Jewelry designer Maddalena Bearzi’s interview for Bold Journey
Using household items like vinegar, lemon, sea salt, and water to handcraft jewelry is nothing new. To make unique pieces, it’s enough to use some imagination… and have a basic knowledge of jewelry-making. These “riflessi blu” earrings – inspired by reflections on the water surface - are handmade using several products that I found in my house. The process takes two to three days, but it’s worth the wait. What do you think?
Riflessi blu earrings handcrafted in Maddalena Bearzi’s studio, Los Angeles, California, using different techniques and a patina made with household items
One of the things that I like the most about jewelry-making is to create pieces that are totally original and one of a kind. I often oxidize silver, bronze, and copper and add patinas to produce exclusive pairs of earrings, rings, cuffs, or necklaces. I also use everyday household materials like sea salt and fine salt, eggs, water, vinegar, etc. to change colors and/or add texture to a specific piece. The result? Pieces that are always different from each other (and fun to make!)
Model Frances wear necklace and earrings from the costellazione collection. These jewels are made by hand using different techniques, including oxidation.