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I have an interest in the abstracted patterns commonly found in plant life. Form, texture and pattern borrowed from my garden are the basis for the collage-like surfaces and simple volumes in my metalwork. My work is inspired by quiet observation, interpretation and abstraction of a small space of great importance. My attempt is to capture the tenuous bits and pieces of the garden and translate them into objects for the table and the body. Playing with the metaphor of cycles of life and growth allows me to work within a simple visual narrative. Pieces in my collection can be intentionally pared-down, simple and spare as the first forms of spring or the last of winter.
My neckpieces, rings, earrings and beads combine a variety of materials including, fresh water pearls, precious and semi-precious stones, high karat gold, and pewter. Vessels and spoons allow me to explore both the scale and function of table service. Keum-Boo, the traditional Korean technique of fusing 24KT gold and silver is combined with roller embossing, stamping, etching, solder inlay, and stone setting to produce intentionally subtle and elegant pieces of jewelry and table wear.
Paulette Werger is an award-winning metalsmith and teacher who works in Lebanon, NH. She exhibits her work both nationally and internationally. She is trustee for the Society of Arts and Crafts, a state of New Hampshire juried member of the League of NH Crafts, and a former board member of the Society of North American Goldsmiths. She has also taught metalsmithing at the University of WI, Montana State University, and at craft schools throughout the country.
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