Name: Marie Cristine Lund
Amethyst cluster bracelet
Website Link: http://mariecristine.com
Where are you located? Vanouver Island, Canada
Tell us a bit about yourself: I am lucky to live in Campbell River, Vancouver Island, Canada. I have a wonderful husband and 6 year old boy/girl twins! As a family we love to take advantage of the wonderful outdoors. We are minutes away from the ocean and beautiful lakes!
When and why did you begin designing jewelry/art? This is hard to answer. Starting as a little girl I’ve always made jewelry of some type, I’ve just always been drawn to it and eventually things progressed into what they are today.
What do you make? Primarily I make silver jewelry, but I am starting to dabble in gold, the cost makes it a bit nerve wracking. I also cut my own cabochons
What materials and methods do you use? Mostly sterling and fine silver with a bit of copper or gold here and there. I also use some stones, gems and occasional artisan glass.
Where do your design inspirations come from? Mostly from pieces I’ve already made or am working on. I’ll be working on a piece of jewelry and during the process I will get inspiration for another slightly different piece.
What is your best working environment/where is your studio? I don’t have my best work environment yet! Right now I have a large work area in the family room where I do everything that doesn’t involve the torch. That allows me to do some work and watch my kids at the same time. But this September my kids start grade 1 and I think it’s time for a proper studio.
Where can your products be seen?
My blog, Trunkt, Etsy, Handmade Boutique
Upcoming events:
Christmas art markets at:
-Campbell River art gallery
-Courtaney art gallery
-Campbell River Maritime Heritage Center
Magazine articles or press:
July 2007Art Jewelry Magazine
Mention on many indie, fashion and jewelry blogs
*up coming*
Fall 2008 Step by Step Wire Jewelry
November 2008 Art Jewelry Magazine
Who are you a fan of? I’ll name just a couple, but there are so many more…
Sherri Serafini- Amazing seedbead work!
Iza Malaczyk- Outstanding wire work
Sydney Lynch- Wonderful artist, beautiful designs
Price range: $20.00 and up
Tell us a little about one of your favorite creations (seen below): Right now I have two favorites. I love both of these bracelets! Handmade chain with rough emerald nuggets on one side, fused silver wire made to resemble twigs on the other and hand forged leaves spaced through out.
Wide fused sterling cuff with silver and 14k gold ball accents. I have this bracelet one right now!
Anything else you wish to add? Thank you for the opportunity to share a bit of myself with your readers!
Truly unique and creative ideas for beautiful silver jewelry. Thank you for interviewing with us!
2 Comments
August 28, 2008 at 5:40 pm
Wow, that is the most beautiful fused wire work I’ve ever seen. I love the randomness of each piece. Your work is truly stunning and inspiring to a new jewelry artist like me! Shelley
September 3, 2008 at 11:36 am
Your bracelets are absolutely beautiful. I have hinted to my husband for a gift! I love the twig look and the chunky gemstone centerpieces. Lovely!