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Valerie Jo Coulson

www.valeriejocoulson.com
Valerie Jo Coulson

 “The philosophy of Sacred Geometry illuminates much about how and what I perceive and reflect upon. Geometry as the basis of composition in the natural world is an affinity I have had from a very young age.  The interrelation, interconnection between the natural world and the cosmos is intricate and complex.  My work in essence is a visual biography, steeped in existential contemplations synchronically with history and events which inform, inspire and perplex me.”

Majoring in Fine Arts at Penn State University and then at Millersville University, I recognized upon my first semester in jewelry making that this was the medium for my creative expression. I have worked as an independent studio jewelry artist, metal smith and lapidary since 1979.  The work is sculptural, architectural and often inlaid with stone to instill a painterly narrative.

Over the course of time, I have exhibited my work through galleries, exhibitions and art shows with placement into a number of private and public collections;  including the Daphne Farago Collection and Art of the Americas Collection at the Museum of Fine Art Boston.  As well, the work has been featured in publications including the 2020 and 2021 books…BBeyond Jewelry:  Spectacular and Collectible Pieces,  BBeyond Publications.

 

Awards

Saul Bell Design Awards, Finalist – Gold/ Platinum 2002

Saul Bell Design Awards, First Place – Silver/Argentium 2014

Saul Bell Design Awards, Best of Show – Alternative Materials 2017

Saul Bell Design Awards, 2nd Place – Hollowware/Art Objects 2019

Saul Bell Design Awards, 2nd Place – Jewelry Collection Couture/Fine 2019

 

ARTWORK

  • Coulson 1 The Gauntlet Front
  • The Cynosure III
  • Firenze Bracelet
  • Duomo Ring
  • Coulson 10 Skylights Cuff
  • Fiori Bracelet
  • Les Couleurs Des Saisons Bracelet
  • Jane's Stardust
  • Stella Cadente Earrings
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  • Coulson 1 The Gauntlet Front
    Coulson 1 The Gauntlet Front
  • The Cynosure III
    The Cynosure III
  • Firenze Bracelet
    Firenze Bracelet
  • Duomo Ring
    Duomo Ring
  • Coulson 10 Skylights Cuff
    Coulson 10 Skylights Cuff
  • Fiori Bracelet
    Fiori Bracelet
  • Les Couleurs Des Saisons Bracelet
    Les Couleurs Des Saisons Bracelet
  • Jane's Stardust
    Jane's Stardust
  • Stella Cadente Earrings
    Stella Cadente Earrings

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