I love working with my hands and making things. Beading was where I started, but began exploring metal work by taking classes at the New Hampshire Institute of Art. Inspired, I was soon creating organic sculptural jewelry based on my deep love of nature and plant forms. Each piece I make is hand forged using techniques such as chasing and repousse, fold-forming and embossing. I make all the elements of each item including clasps, using fine and sterling silver, copper and brass, but also incorporate recycled metals such as antique silver plate to add a unique twist to my contemporary designs. You will also find interesting elements such as agate slices, unpolished stones and cut gems. No two pieces are alike and all are original designs.

Jo Shields

I am now happy to say you can find my work in:

Sharon Arts Center
Peterborough, NH
www.sharonarts.org

Portage Hill Art Gallery
6439 South Portage Road
Westfield, NY 14787
http://www.portagehillgallery.com/

Apotheca
Goffstown, NH
http://apothecaflowershoppe.com

Ohana Yoga
142 Village Green
Henniker, NH
http://www.ohanayoganh.com/

Earthly Roots Hair Studio
124 Hall St. Suite 1-2
Concord, NH
http://www.earthlyrootshairstudio.com

This is my second piece of what I call
'Wall Jewelry'

It is a scarab in fine silver rivited to brass and
mounted to cocobolo wood




These pieces are all recycled materials
with fine silver rivets

 








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check out my sisters website.
You will see some beautiful little pieces of art!
www.theperfectpurse4u.com