Brass with 14K gold-filled ear wires

These earrings are inspired by helicopter seeds that spin as they fall from maple trees in spring.

Taking care of brass:

       These earring are uncoated. Wipe clean after use if you don't want them to tarnish.

From the artist:

I'm an artist based on Bainbridge Island and work in several mediums. All of my work is inspired by nature—from oil painting to jewelry making to woodworking.

Working with metal is another expression of curiosity and artistic expression. I look for patterns in nature and try to imagine how I can recreate my sense of awe and express my obsession with patterns.