Steve Mitchell, Silversmith

   I have collected stones from a very early age and have always been mechanically inclined.  My jewelry work allows me to use my torch, hammers, saws, files, etc. in a creative way.  All of my work is hand fabricated in my St Charles, IL studio using sterling and fine silver, and semi-precious stones (and occasionally copper or brass).  Working with sheet and wire (I do not use precious metal clay), I use traditional metalsmithing techniques to form each piece.  I buy my stones from individual cutters who cut the stones to display the stone’s finest aspects. I like my designs to look time worn. This is created by using patinas to create a darkening effect on the silver.   I enjoy the challenge of hand fabrication, and feel satisfaction knowing that each of my pieces is a truly unique one of a kind adventure in wearable art.

   My work is done in what I call phases (other artists call it a series) but I think “phase” is more appropriate, since it leads to another phase of a more difficult or challenging introduction to unlearned techniques for me to master.

See me at the following shows for 2019:

Art Fair on the Square  Madison, Wisconsin     July 13 & 14

July 18 19, 20. 21   Ann Arbor University South Show   Ann Arbor, MI  Booth SU1112  On South University just west of Church on the south side of the street.

Door County Wearable Art Show  Sister Bay Village Hall  August 24 and 25 and October 5 & 6



Uncommon Threads October 21  The Q Center  See Fine Line Creative Art Center for details 

More Shows to Come

My Jewelry can also be found at:

Artemisia  101 South 3rd St., Geneva, IL 

Artifacts   6327 Guilford Ave, Indianapolis, IN

Dempster Gallery at The Fine Line  37W570 Bolcum Rd  St Charles, IL

Iowa Artisans Gallery 207 E Washington, Iowa City, Iowa

Turtle Ridge Gallery  11736 Mink River Rd   Ellison Bay, WI

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815-732-7150

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