Terri Cheatham Swansea IL Photo for Salute Cheatham

Category
2024, Jewelry (Precious Metal)

Terri Cheatham

Swansea, IL

Artist Statement:

Trasiret Studio
I have been creative from childhood, drawing, painting and sculpting whenever I could.  As an adult, I began working in oil painting and then moved on to acrylics.   Having worked in the construction trades and realizing that I enjoyed building things, it wasn’t long before I learned to produce stained glass pieces; a combination of art creation and construction!  I transitioned to fused glass when I was fortunate enough to acquire a small kiln.  That is where I began making jewelry.
After retiring and during the pandemic, I developed an interest in natural crystals and began an extensive collection.  Still needing to create, I began to learn to wire wrap the stones and finally started working with cabochons and natural stone beads.  I found that, again, there was a combination of artistic creation and construction.  I had found my passion!
The works that you see in my booth are a joy for me to create.  They are made with love and focus, and I feel they are meant for special people.  You will know which one was made especially for you.
I also do custom work, in the event you have a special piece in mind for yourself or someone else.