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Dona Jones
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Artist Statement
I design pins, earrings and ornaments out of mixed metals of brass, copper, and nickel silver. I am primarily working in what I call “Torched Copper”. Through repeated heating and cooling with an acetylene torch, I am able to produce a patina of semipermanent color on the surface of copper. The finished piece has a colorful, one of a kind appearance. Every piece is handcrafted using traditional metalsmithing techniques, then they are hand cut and hand finished.
I currently have over 600 designs in my line. I draw strongly upon artworks of past generations and feel my work has a primitive, simple style. The “Torched Copper” finish gives my work an unusual and original look.
