Artist Statement
My work celebrates our profound connection to the natural world. It invigorates the wearer's relationship with art and nature. Expressive, stylized designs evoke organic power and mystery through line, shape, form and texture.
The visual characteristics of natural elements inspire the pieces. Impressions are translated into an abstract, graphic language adapted to metalworking. Bodies of work are based on themes such as grass, tree, stone and rain.
The work is created by hand using traditional metalworking techniques in spontaneous and intuitive ways. It is made of naturally derived materials including sterling, copper, gemstones, nuts and pearls.
Susan Larsen - MFA