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Bio Catherine Davies Paetz is a jewelry artist and metalsmith working primarily in silver, often incorporating 24 kt. gold, enamel, beads or pearls into her designs. Influenced by nature and inspired to create, she especially loves making jewelry that brings people joy. Catherine has been designing and creating jewelry for more than 25 years and has a BFA in Metals. For the last 7 years she has been working extensively in Precious Metal Clay. As a Certified PMC Artisan, she frequently teaches classes and workshops and has written articles on metal clay techniques. In July, 2004, Catherine presented 2 seminars at the International PMC Guild Conference in New Mexico. Examples of her PMC work have been published in books and magazines and included in various presentations. She creates one-of-a-kind, custom designs and production jewelry. Catherine's work is sold at fine craft shows and in galleries. Artist's Statement It's all about joy... to share the expression of positive energy. Influenced by nature and the world around us, I feel compelled to translate this energy into objects which express and reflect this energy. I am taken by inspirations which sometimes seem random, yet once executed, all connect to the body of work I'm currently exploring. Making art is exciting to me, it's an electric feeling. I always look forward to seeing what the art-making will bring.... as if I'm a conduit for creative energy, open-minded and eager, awaiting the next inspiration. To explore this life in art, I feel especially blessed to have the encouragement and support of family and friends. As a child my life was enriched by the art experiences provided by my parents and grandparents. And I'll admit that I get a "buzz" from making people happy. When someone says "these are my favorite earrings," I actually hear "I feel good (happy, joyful) when I wear these." We all want to feel that way - it's all about joy.
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