Ancient Techniques in Contemporary Jewelry, Metalsmithing, and Illumination
Historic techniques. Contemporary vision.
Working with metal is a form of magic.
I am perpetually captivated by metal’s seemingly oppositional qualities: its apparent hardness and secret flexibility. Exploring new ways to work in historic techniques – especially Russian filigree, granulation, and Eastern repoussé – allows me to create objects that are both process driven and offer contemporary interpretations.
About Victoria
Victoria Lansford is an artist and educator who combines historical metalsmithing and illumination processes with cutting edge technology to create contemporary interpretations of centuries-old craft forms. With a creative career spanning over 30 years, her genre-busting and award-winning art explores feminine power and ranges in scale from intricate art jewelry and miniatures to architectural metalwork.
Exhibitions and publications of Victoria’s artwork include the Museum of Contemporary Craft, Rochester Institute of Technology, the Georgia Museum, the Lark 500 series, Metalsmith and Jewelry Artist magazines, Home and Garden Television, and the monograph Radiant Echoes: The Metal Mastery of Victoria Lansford. Recent large-scale commissions include a copper room divider and Eastern repousse doors for one of the world’s largest superyachts and the digital/hardbound book Giving Voice, which she wrote, animated, and illustrated.
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Work with Me
Whether you’re dreaming of a one-of-a-kind handcrafted piece or ready to deepen your skills in historic metalworking techniques, I’d love to hear from you. Explore commissioning a custom work of art, or find the course that’s right for you.
