Tidal Necklace No. 2: Charred

The drama of the night sky or deepest ocean depths is reflected in this stunning necklace. Reversible to suit your mood, one side is true black with a special feature that adds texture. We call it diamond dust. In fact, the fine dust used to develop the “charred” surface is a reclaimed by-product called cupric oxide, which is ash left in the kiln after the firing process. Enamelists call it “firescale.”  The reverse side features a solid black pendant with a bold frame and design of a hand-filed oxidized silver setting, which offers additional strength and protection along the outer edges of the piece. The handmade chain of bent and hammered silver interspersed with enamel elements complete the vision the beautiful pendant suggests. Either way this piece of art adorns its model, this piece truly makes a statement.  We are inspired by artists who seek ways to repurpose what can be considered a waste material by some. Both Kate and her husband, ceramic artist Jonathan Mess, try to make