Artist Statement
Artist Statement
The relationship between metal, stone, and form lies at the heart of my work. I am drawn to the clarity of bold geometric lines and the expressive qualities of organic shapes, and much of my design process centers on balancing these two impulses. Influences from Bauhaus design, mid‑century modern aesthetics, and the Arts and Crafts movement inform my approach, guiding me toward pieces that emphasize structure, intention, and the inherent beauty of materials.
Working primarily in silver, copper, brass, enamel, and natural stones allows me to explore contrast in both structure and surface. I use forging, texturing, stone‑setting, and enameling to highlight the contrast between smooth and rough, structured and fluid, engineered and natural. Each piece begins with a focus on form: a line, a silhouette, or a structural idea that becomes the foundation for the final design. From there, I refine the details through hands‑on experimentation, letting the materials guide the outcome.
I create jewelry as wearable art — pieces meant to feel personal, expressive, and distinct from mass‑produced accessories. My intention is for each design to resonate with the wearer, becoming part of their story and a reflection of their individuality. Through Lux Elementum Jewelry, I bring together craftsmanship, design, and material honesty to create work that feels both contemporary and timeless.
Artist Biography
Cynthia is a metalsmith and jewelry artist based in the Inland Northwest where she creates contemporary, hand‑fabricated pieces in silver, copper, brass, enamel, and stone. She began making jewelry more than fifteen years ago, starting with beading before quickly discovering a deeper passion for metalwork. That early curiosity grew into a dedicated metalsmithing practice, shaped through self‑directed study, classes, and extensive hands‑on exploration. Over the past two years, she has continued to refine her craft under the mentorship of professional jewelry artists at Little Metal Foxes in Seattle, Washington.
Her work centers on the interplay between metal and stone, guided by bold geometric lines, sculptural forms, and the contrast between structured shapes and organic contours. Influences from Bauhaus design, mid‑century modern aesthetics, and the Arts and Crafts movement inform her approach, resulting in pieces that balance clarity of form with expressive detail. Forging, texturing, stone‑setting, and enameling are the techniques through which she brings these ideas to life, creating jewelry that is both visually striking and deeply wearable.
Cynthia founded Lux Elementum Jewelry to offer pieces that feel personal, intentional, and distinct from mass‑produced accessories. Each design is created as wearable art — crafted to resonate with the wearer and become part of their story. Her transition from a long career in business to full‑time metalsmithing reflects her commitment to creativity, craftsmanship, and the belief that jewelry can help people feel connected, expressive, and beautiful.
She is a member of the Seattle Metals Guild and the American Craft Council.
