It seems that I've neglected a medium of artistry and astonishing craftsmanship. It's that of the jeweler. Jewelry combines so many techniques and specializations. An example is a friend who can finish a ring or a bracelet design with her expertise in stone inlay. Another friend is an expert in enamel for jewelry.
One remarkable jeweler, who has mastered many techniques of jewelry making, is Tom Herman (1957-) His expertise and his designs are well known. His designs often reflect nature or geometric patterns, including one of my personal favorites - art deco.
Herman also conducts workshops and as well as collaborating with other jewelry specialists to the completion of a beautiful wearable works of art.
Beyond Herman's expertise, there's another reason why he's unique. You see, he named his business "7 Fingers Jewelers" because that's the number of fingers he has!. As a child, he was involved in a farm accident that resulted in the loss of 3 fingers of his one hand.
When you consider the detail and intricacy of handmade jewelry, it's a wonder how he choose a form of art requiring such small details. Herman must love a challenge.
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