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Artist's Statement
My work is about Nature and man's relationship and obligation to
it. By using detailed realistic images of birds and animals, I create
pieces that honor specific creatures as well as the natural world.
Pieces often open to reveal inscriptions from Biblical passages
so as to offer deeper layers of meaning and enjoyment. The inside
of these pieces, as well as the reverse of all the jewelry, is a
secret between artist and wearer that the latter can choose to share
or keep private. I hope that my work inspires a respect and appreciation
of the natural world as a sacred Creation.
Bio
Ali received her undergraduate degree from UNC-Charlotte as a ceramics
major. She taught Art for two years before returning to school,
this time at James Madison University for her MFA in Metal and Jewelry.
She has been working as a studio jeweler since, and has taught college
level classes and workshops. She lives in Newport, VA with her botanist
husband, teen-age daughter, four cats and a dog.
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