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Rhonda Armstead - Jewelry

"A few years ago, I began designing and creating one of a kind handmade jewelry pieces: earrings, necklaces and bracelets.  My inspiration comes from the earth, sky, and ocean primarily in shades of greens, browns and blues.  As in nature, I incorporate some sparkle, like a raindrop reflecting the light on a leaf after a brief shower.  

I start the designing process by thinking of a place I have been or something I have seen, drawing on the colors that I noticed.  I then select the materials that express the concept in my mind.  

​To bring my inspiration to “life,” I enjoy working primarily with natural materials, using semi-precious stones, freshwater pearls and clay beads that I make by hand. I often incorporate glass or crystal beads, as well.  Antiqued copper or brass findings work well with the colors and shades of materials.   “Recycling” or “reclaiming” beads and findings is also a valuable resource that I draw upon.   
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In April 2010, I became a juried artist for the Prairie Art Alliance, now the SAA Collective." 
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 SAA Collective Gallery

105 N. 5th Street 
Springfield, IL 62701


Wednesday - Saturday 11 AM - 5 PM
​217-544-2787
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School of Art (Studios),
Michael Victor II Art Library,
M.G. Nelson Family
Gallery, and Edwards Place
​ 700 North 4th Street
​Springfield, IL 62702
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Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 3 PM
217-523-2631
office@springfieldart.org