Visit the gallery during September to view our featured artist, Kandyse Whitney with her chainmaille jewelry and quilled paper and “Look into our Forest” display of Gallery Artists.
Kandyse Whitney – Jewelry and Paper Art
Kandyse Whiney
From glass to paper to metal, my work is always evolving and reflects my passion for always learning new techniques.
After working with glass since the early 90s, I began making quilled paper art in 2018. Quilled paper art (also known as paper filigree) is an art form that involves the use of narrow strips of paper that are rolled, looped, curled, twisted, pinched, bent, folded, or otherwise manipulated to create various shapes. This art form is traceable to the 15th century, possibly as early as the 13th or 14th century.
More recently, I have been exploring chainmaille techniques to handweave metal rings into intricate patterns. Chainmaille is an early form of metal armour believed to have been invented by the Celts in 300-500AD. In my modern use of the art form, I accent my weaves with paper beads (also made by me!), glass beads, and other items. Some charms have been repurposed from their intended use.
Mixed Amber necklace and earrings
Charm Bee Earrings
Cobalt Blue and Lime
Earrings and Necklace
Red, White and Blue
Necklace and Earrings
Rainbow Chainmaille earrings and necklace