© Carlos Montanaro
Narrative jewelry that is made by combining recycled & fabricated objects, horology & storytelling
To create my pieces, I utilize many jewelry bench techniques including: soldering, sawing, piercing, filing, sanding, engraving, etching, lost wax casting, riveting, various cold connections, chain-making, several types of patinas & hand-finishing techniques in my creative process. I also utilize my knowledge of horology and watch restoration to re-work antique pocket watches into working pieces of wearable art.
By combining vintage repurposed items & pieces crafted from my imagination, I create themed jewelry with character, depth & playfulness.