Expectations Managed
There have been times during my work as a studio jeweler when I have sadly felt that my 'voice' was going unheard, when my pieces were under-appreciated or even not appreciated at all. This despite knowing that I had an audience of collectors who were indeed hearing what I had to say through my jewels. I recently exhibited at a show, expecting to see those collectors, but truly not expecting what occurred at the show. What happened was so completely unexpected, I wanted to sh