I’m not a ‘jeweler’

Originally an exhibiting artist in NYC with large oil paintings I found myself working at The National Academy of Design where I met many of America's top artists including Alex Katz, Wolf Kahn, and Julian Schnabel.

It was during that time that I realized how much work is involved in creating an artwork. Beyond a sprinkle of 'magic' here and there it comes down to the discipline of creating something beautiful which takes time and effort.

In 2016 I began designing jewelry as an extension of my lifelong passion for painting and so each piece is an artwork unto itself. The cuffs for example, are like little sculptures to me and the necklaces, a swath of color and texture to brighten up a face.

Picasso’s portrait of Francoise Gilot as a flower is the best example I can think of as to how I view my garden of work.

I do enjoy working with customers on their jewelry selections and it pleases me to know that I will be with them for that ‘special event’. Or just plain knocking-around-the-house in a new statement piece 'because they can'.

Love what I'm doing. Hope it shows.

email: ginia@virginiapeacock.jewelry

shop here: https://www.giniastore.com