Tavia Brown, of taviametal, working in sterling silver, gold and titanium, enhances the metal of her jewelry with texture, movement and the written word. Creating one-of-a-kind and custom jewelry, Tavia hand makes each piece herself, using lost wax casting, cold and hot fabrication, chasing, etching, and stone-setting. Inspired by memory, material, texture and nature, Tavia stays true to her voice by creating jewelry that is both industrial and delicate, commenting on the dichotomy of life of which she is so intrigued. Often an award recipient, Tavia’s most recent recognition is being honored as a 2010 Niche Award Finalist in the Gold Category for her necklace “Petal to the Metal”, her second such nomination, as she was also a 2009 Niche Award Finalist in the Silver Category for her necklace “Golden Halo Moonlight”.

studio no. 8

website: www.taviametal.com

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