Meet the Artist
Catherine Chandler
Jewelry
Catherine Chandler is a jeweler and metalsmith from Oregon. Catherine creates jewelry inspired by the flora and fauna of the Pacific Northwest, with a focus on clean lines. The stones are hand-selected and the metal comes from high quality recycled sources. Sterling Silver is the most prominent metal used, occasionally accented with 14 karat gold or brass. Each piece is hand-fabricated, though there is a mix of commercial and handmade chain on the necklaces. Every piece created is designed with the intent that it can be worn every day.
Having grown up in the forests of SW Portland and the broad hills of the Columbia River Gorge, Catherine brings an intense love of the Pacific Northwest to her work. With an affinity for clean lines and a great attention to detail, she creates modern and unique jewelry for the adventurous at heart. Sterling silver, gold, and unique stones are highlights in her one-of-a-kind and limited edition creations. Her work shows a fondness for abstraction and subtle details—influences from her time studying abroad in Australia. She has participated in numerous group shows, including exhibitions in the USA and Australia. Catherine graduated with a Bachelor of Visual Arts from the University of South Australia, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Oregon College of Art and Craft. When not traversing the trails around the area with her dog, Catherine can be found working in her studio, or digging in the dirt of her garden and enjoying the outdoors.