by Kristene Gonzales.
(Draper, Utah, United States)
I got this onyx agate with these gorgeous greens that inspired me to make this piece.
I live by the Wasatch mountains and am constantly in the outdoors.
This necklace is named “The Forrest” and I created it around this stone with a reflection of nature in mind.
It’s made with copper, fresh water pearls and Swarovski crystals.
This was the first free style piece I did.
Kristene Gonzales
WildTreeJewelry
A beautifully intricate setting to display this gorgeous stone, Kristene! I love all the graceful tendrils around the main stone and beyond it. Did you make any sketches of the design first? And what a great scope for inspiration you have, seeing the Wasatch mountains every day!
Yes Rena, I did sketch this one first, which was a challenge for me because I’m not an artist. But I muddled through.
I do quite enjoy where I live. The beauty of nature that surrounds me is very inspirational. Thanks, Kristene
Kristene, your design & wire work AND stone are gorgeous! You did a wonderful job creating a piece of wearable art. You inspire me in my own wire work journey 🙂
Awesome necklace. Although it has different components they come together to make a great piece.