Artist Statement

Like most people, I find an odd comfort in groupings of three, five, and seven.  Not so far from even to be uncomfortable but slightly more than is expected.

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I love stones.

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Petrographs, headstones, Stonehenge, Easter Island’s moai, the cursed Hope Diamond, Runes, jaspers, and agates capture my imagination. 

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The paradox of Nature being random and instable yet balanced and steadfast is my inspiration.  Each stone’s quality is declared through colors, forms, and strength.  Worry stones, birth stones, and Charka stones embrace the energy, spiritual, and healing properties of specific stones.

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I love horses.

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My best buddy and keeper of secrets and dreams from age eight through college was my horse.  He taught me to be daring; to get back up when I fell; to trust a partner; to run for the joy of running; and how to be a real cowgirl.

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I love making jewelry.

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In keeping with our traditions of crafting shell beads to protective amulets to expressions of love to flamboyant status symbols, I work with natural stones and precious metals.

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Merry Adams

Stone Horse Jewelry