About Chase + Scout Jewelry
Artist's Statement
Inspired by secret realms, hidden worlds, and the tiny microcosms we've become disconnected from, my work captures a slice of that lush life so often invisible to us. With an eye on the primitive and supernatural traditions of carrying personal totems and talismans, each piece is intended to carry power and weight for the wearer. I strive to transform the fleeting and fragile aspects of nature into permanent beauty.
My art is a reflection of passion, fascination and fear. It is a shared secret between cohorts of common causes, or an answer to an unasked question. Born from the nebulous space of a personal alternate universe, this liminal space becomes solid during the creation process.
The work I bring to you is conceived and created entirely in my Asheville NC studio. It is infused with inspiration from my deep connection and appreciation of Nature, combined with my curiosity, and a desire to honor the balance of dark and light within each of us. Each piece I craft reflects quality, artisanship, and just a touch of magic.
Some podcasts I am currently enjoying
and one episode of This American Life I found particularly fascinating: The Feather Heist
Press coverage for Chase + Scout:
Necromantical: Throwing the stones
Rio Grande Pro Jeweler Spotlight December 2019
STUDIO JEWELRY: WHERE DID YOU GET THAT?
A look at future antiques and collectible jewelry being created today, featuring interviews with 5 working studio jewelers, including Elle Green.
“Studio jewelry makes a powerful statement about yourself and how you interact with the world. It’s very personal and it should be,” shares Green. “Giving handmade jewelry as a gift says that you really took the (recipient) into consideration, thought about them as a person and took the extra step to seek out and choose something that honestly reflects a part of their spirit that you love.”
Femme Rebelle Magazine UK
Austin Chronicle Arts Editor suggested High Craft Gallery feat. Chase and Scout Jewelry as one to watch during East Austin Studio Tour 2016.
Being singled out from a selection of 500 participating studios is an absolute honor.
Unquiet Thing's interview with Chase & Scout Jewelry has details about the brand and inspiration behind the designs.
Dirge Magazine's interview featured Chase + Scout Jewelry in the lead up to Fall with a look at the creative process.
Stockists
Chase + Scout Jewelry can also be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/chaseandscoutjewelry/
Previously shown at
Stone Sparrow New York
Roq la Rue Seattle
Blackmail Boutique Austin TX
Women and Their Work Art Gallery Austin Tx
Styx Art Gallery Brooklyn NY