10/15/2026
Ammonites look like a snail ate an octopus! Glad I don't have to worry about running into one in the ocean. Years ago I became fascinated by these sea creatures and had to have one....the fossilized version of course. 8" wide, I held onto it for years before I could bring myself to cut it. Well, this cabochon is the result of cutting the beautifully sutured exterior. The chambers were full of empty cavities and druzy. I used clear resin to fill the chambers before cabbing so it would have the integrity needed when setting in jewelry.
Inlay has been a technique I've wanted to do for a long time. Guided by a book written by my fellow artist: Artist Jeff Fulkerson "Painting With Rocks", I was able to successfully complete my first inlay project.
I hope you see the creature in his deep sea habitat every time you look at this ring. The rocks reminded me of the colors and naturalness of the sea; Lapis lazuli, petrified palm wood and chrysocolla. Oh, and one red jasper to create contrast and shiny slivers of sterling silver that glisten like the sun shining upon the water.
✨️ I still need to name this piece so if you have any ideas please leave comments here.
This project will be on display at the Chisholm Trail Arts Council Art Gallery in downtown Duncan starting Nov 6th. I hope you'll stop in to see it and support other artists until Dec 17th for this year's 50th Anniversary!! ✨️🎉
