I have been in the retail jewelry trade since 1992 as a bench jeweler and custom designer. Fine Arts is my background and my passion. I attended Ball State University studying Metal Design under Pat Nelson.  There I learned construction skills and artistic composition. 

I know that my trade experience has greatly influenced my art jewelry in that I pay attention to small details and work tight. I enjoy knowing that I created each piece by hand utilizing my knowledge of craftsmanship, fine materials, and their unique properties.  Sterling silver, gold, natural gemstones, art glass and roman coins are the mediums I generally work with for my creations.  

I do take commissions, but mostly focus on selling my own pieces.  I am constantly working toward new techniques and appealing designs.  I strive to have the stones tell their story and usually design around the materials I am using rather than starting with a design and then choosing the materials.

Jewelry is a very personal statement for the wearer and I hope my work implies strength, the unique, and enduring beauty.  

Stephanie Swanson
Jewelry Design

1050 Broadway, Suite 22
PO Box 2541
Chesterton, IN 46304
PH:   (219)926-2444
Cell:  (219)928-3902

Email:      steph@stephanieswanson.biz