YanaYa Art Jewelry. Handcrafted in Seattle

I have a deep appreciation for paintings, music, and, of course, jewelry. Creating something that can be considered art brings me immense joy. In my spare time, I sing and draw, but jewelry-making is my passion. I began making jewelry on a vacation in Hawaii. It was there that I crafted my first piece – a pearl and bead bracelet inspired by the breathtaking beauty of the ocean and nature surrounding me. Freshwater pearls have been my go-to jewelry material ever since. I'm fortunate to live with my loving family, and I'm incredibly grateful to my husband and mother for their continued support and encouragement in my jewelry-making endeavors. It's because of their supportive attitude that I could flourish in my favorite artistic pursuit. I draw inspiration from modern and abstract art. Visionaries such as Kandinsky, Mondrian, and Rothko fuel my imagination and help me develop unique jewelry ideas. Another constant source of inspiration for me is music. I make minimalistic jewelry from gold-filled wire and natural stones. As I do not solder jewelry, I am limited to finding some of the most interesting and unusual shapes for my products. Restricting materials and techniques to the essentials allows me to focus on exploring the natural textures and shapes of the stones. Rather than forcing a design onto my work, I simplify and let the stone’s inherent beauty guide the design process. The results are often unexpected and beautiful

When crafting custom jewelry, I take the time to understand my clients to design pieces that truly reflect their unique personality. My choice of stones is based on their values and birthdate. I like the idea of creating a capsule wardrobe with matching items to create a stylish and unique look by wearing a different combination every day. Finding the right shape is another favorite aspect of my work. In my jewelry, I like to use circles, zigzags, and lines to create a mood.