Mod Lichen Necklace from the Captured Collection

Description

I have always been attracted to the plethora of color, texture, and pattern that is nature's canvas, so I often bring plastic bags with me for long walks in the woods (and not because I have a dog). I like to collect random bits of nature to inspire my creative work. Then recently I discovered how to incorporate these materials into my metal jewelry, in the "Captured Collection."

The "Captured Collection" explores the human need to make timeless those treasures in life that bring us joy. All things organic are in a constant state of change. By sealing these found materials in a clear epoxy resin, I am able to suspend them in time. By becoming a wearable object set in precious metal, each bit of bark, tiny flower petal, or autumn leaf is viewed in a new light .

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This Mod Lichen Pendant is composed of lichens that have been set in sterling silver and permanently sealed behind a clear resin. Some of these lichens were found on the grounds of a plantation home that was built in the 1700s on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Others have been discovered while hiking along the banks of the James River.

This listing is for one pendant, measuring approximately 1" in diameter. Each pendant comes on a 16" or 18" sterling silver snake chain. Please let me know which chain length you would prefer by leaving a note to seller during check-out.

All of my work is handmade in my simple studio, located on the sunny side of a 100-year-old farmhouse in the woods of Virginia.

*Please note that the last photo is for size reference only.

Added on Oct 28, 2009