Branches Necklace

Sterling Silver, Gold foil, Enamel color, 6x8, 2015

The branches of the trees are formed in their own unprompted & unique way, but not randomly, resembling our lives as they are formed through the choices we are making.

“Art making, for me, is an escape from everyday life, and a safe place to be. When I am into the creative & making process, expressing myself in unique ways, experimenting, exploring, observing and learning is important. I get a lot of inspiration from nature, symbols and stories. I feel that most of the times my work is more sculptural, due to my Greek nature, and I love combining materials such as silk, stones, colors, wood, glass with metal, due to my love for contemporary design."

Vicky is the owner of Porpe Artifacts, she started learning metalsmith techniques and art jewelry in Athens since 2006. She also took free hand painting lessons for 4 years. Vicky originally studied computer science and innovation technology management. In 2014, after 25 years in the corporate world she decided to pursue what she loved most, art jewelry. She lived in England travelled around Europe and now she lives in Seattle, WA.