Moving metal is where the spirit of creativity lies for me. My passion is experiencing the fluidity and the grounding energies contained within metal. I was drawn to metalsmithing after working as a welder and metal fabricator. The smaller scale and refinement of jewelry attracted me as well as the use of gemstones. My work ranges from jewelry to specialized acupuncture tools for Japanese Meridian Therapy. I primarily use silver and high-karat gold along with gemstones and pearls. My goal is to create objects of clean design that resonate and connect us to the elements of the earth and self. I participate in the Spring and Fall Best of the Northwest Arts and Crafts Shows. Please contact me or go to www.bestnwcrafts.com for show dates. A selection of my work is available at the following retailers: Bainbridge Arts and Crafts Gallery 151 Winslow Way Bainbridge Island WA 98110 www.bainbridgeartsandcrafts.org Twist 51 Main St Bisbee AZ 85603 www.bisbeetwist.com 9th Street Gallery 217 SW 9th St Newport OR 97365 541.265.8930 Contact Information Please contact me with any questions, or to discuss custom work: Phone: 206-706-0470 Email: katie@katieyankula.com