Jewelry and Natural Materials
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Inspired by nature’s beauty, I create one-of-a-kind jewelry using sustainably collected natural materials. I am from rural San Lorenzo, Nicaragua, where exploring the surrounding forest and mountains I learned about different varieties of nuts, seeds, and woods, and began creating jewelry. My artistic process begins by collecting seeds and fallen wood from the forest floor. I dry, clean and cure, carve, sand, and inlay to create one-of-a-kind necklaces, earrings, and rings. I incorporate recycled sterling silver inlay into many of my pieces, using ancient symbols and Mayan numerology. My work reflects my cultural heritage and nature, while experimenting with new elements of design and innovative use of natural materials. My commitment to the use of sustainable, organic materials fosters a sense of connectedness to the origin and places that bring us nature’s wonders. I moved from Nicaragua to Louisville, Kentucky in 2005 with my wife Amy. I also work as an archaeologist and enjoy sharing my culture through music with my band Appalatin. |
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Marlon Obando Solano |
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