Artist Spotlight: Jenny Lorraine
This month, we're highlighting artist and self-proclaimed art nerd Jenny Lorraine (she/her)! Jenny shares her journey to becoming a jeweler and how reuse consistently inspires her. From upcycling metal and using copper plumbing pipes to utilizing found objects in her designs, Jenny's jewelry is both unique and sustainable.
Continue reading to learn more about Jenny's work and see photos of her fabulous jewelry.
1. When did you start making jewelry?
I started making jewelry in 2008, and began selling at local markets and shows.
2. Which aspect of creating is your favorite?
The ability to make my own schedule and change designs at any given time is absolutely my favorite. Full work freedom.
3. Where do you get your inspiration?
My inspiration comes from every day industrial design. The jewelry I make is made from copper plumbing pipes and other upcycled metal. Then they are filled with plaster of paris & epoxy resin, which makes the pieces practically indestructible.
4. What is your preferred way to engage with your audience?
I am terrible at social media, and even more awkward in person at local markets, so engaging with my audience and customers can be really difficult. It’s hard to be weird.
5. How does reuse play a part in your creativity?
ACR is great for treasure hunting, but also general inspiration. Jewelry findings, metal pieces, solder, spray adhesive and paints, and fun stuff for displays.
6. What compels you to donate to ACR?
I absolutely hate to throw anything away that could possibly be used again, but I also don’t have the space to store it all! ACR is the perfect place for me to take my extras, and gives me an excuse to go shopping, too.
7. Do you have a favorite ACR find? How did you use it?
I found an El Greco Trident Easel that was just crazy! #artnerdsunite
8. Where can we find out more about your work?
