This lover of the arts seeks meaning and inspiration in her jewels.
The art aficionado enjoys visiting her local art museum and taking in all of the inspiration. This client seeks out work by independent artists and connects with a design based on the aesthetic, not the materials. She knows that art comes in all forms, and that the value of the piece is that it was handcrafted by a true artist.
Laura Wood
Bold, sculptural earrings make a statement, and this pair by Laura Wood is like a work of art for your ears. These were made using brass and sterling silver but are finished with a bright red powder coating.
Double Lace earrings in brass and sterling silver with powder coat.
$198
laurawoodstudios.com
Tara Locklear
The beauty of this bracelet is not only in its colors and design, but also that it was handcrafted using skateboards. Tara Locklear takes an object headed for the trash and transforms it into something cool and wearable.
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Triple gem strand bracelet made from wood from skateboard decks and sterling silver.
$495
taralocklear.com
Jacqueline Cullen
Jacqueline Cullen uses Whitby jet, a fossilized wood compressed over millions of years, to create stylish jewelry. The Art Aficionado is interested in the historic material as well as the thoughtful geometric design.
Faceted pendant in 18K yellow gold with Whitby jet and black diamonds.
$2,950
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jacquelinecullen.com
Oblik Atelier
An enthusiast of art can appreciate daring, elegant pieces like this ring by Oblik Atelier. It’s a modern and sculptural statement created just for your hand.
Bloom ring in gold-plated brass.
$220
oblik-atelier.com
Family Legacy, New Chapter: How Wilkerson Turns 89 Years of History Into Future Success
After 89 years of serving the Albany community, Harold Finkle Your Jeweler faced a pivotal decision. For third-generation owner Justin Finkle, the demanding hours of running a small business were taking precious time away from his young family. "After 23 years, I decided this was the time for me," Finkle explains. But closing a business with nearly nine decades of inventory and customer relationships isn't something easily managed alone.
Wilkerson's comprehensive approach transformed this challenging transition into a remarkable success story. Their strategic planning handled everything from advertising and social media to inventory management and staffing — elements that would overwhelm most jewelers attempting to navigate a closing sale independently.
The results speak volumes. "Wilkerson gave us three different tiers of potential goals," Finkle notes. "We've reached that third tier, that highest goal already, and we still have two weeks left of the sale." The partnership didn't just meet financial objectives—it exceeded them ahead of schedule.
