Suz Andreasen was born in Iowa in 1964, the fourth generation in a family of inventors and scientists tracing back to 1890. Andreasen began her interest in metalsmithing alongside her father, the Late George Andreasen, noted for his invention of memory wire. Suz studied metalsmithing for many years before receiving recognition among private collectors and shows at galleries, expositions and institutions throughout the United States. Her current work is expressionist in both form and content. Andreasen constructs her work 22 Karat gold using traditional milling and fabricating techniques. She uses patterning and alloy stains to contrast areas of intense gold with vibrant placement of gemstones.
Education
NYC - Stone Setting & Granulation, 2001 - 2006
Wax - Kate Wolf Seminar, 2006
Gemstone Setting - Pat Flynn, 2000
Penland School of Craft - Jewelry, 1999 - 2000
Advanced Goldsmith Techniques - JCC Manhattan 2003 - 2006
Repousse - Valentine Yatkov, 1994
Pendants and Wearable Vessels - Jan Baum. 1989
New York University, Tisch School of the Arts
Film, 1985
Selected Sales & Exhibitions
American Craft Council - 2007, Baltimore
SOFA New York & Chicago, 2005, 2006
SNAG, Golden Opportunity, Mark Saunders Gallery, Chicago, 2006
JCK Las Vegas - 2006
Lincoln Center Crafts - 2004. 2005, 2006. 2007
Chicago One of A Kind Show - 2006
Lyndhurst - 2005, 2006
Honors/Awards
AGTA Spectrum Awards Finalist, 2007
American Craft Council Mentee Award, Baltimore 2007
1st Place, SNAG & Carry The Can: Golden Opportunity 2006.
"Diamond Girl" necklace
Niche Awards Finalist 2002 - "Sacred Geometry" necklace
Professional Memberships
Contemporary Design Group, Newcastle, ME
Society of North American Goldsmiths, Naperville, IL
American Craft Council, New York, NY
American Gemological Trade Association, New York, NY
Jewelers of America, New York, NY
Publications
National Jeweler Magazine, January Issue, Design Gallery
Art Jewelry Magazine, March 2007, Design Gallery
Jewellery World Review, March 2007, Feature
Selected Galleries
Yaw Gallery
550 North Old Woodward
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 647-5470
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