Jenn Wells

Jennifer Wells completed her B.FA in Craft and Material Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2006. She emphasized in Metal Design within the Craft and Material Studies Department, under James Meyer and Susie Ganch. After graduation Jennifer took a year off from school to go adventuring on a several month long sailing trip to the Bahaman Islands. In spring of 2010, she completed her M.F.A from East Carolina University with Linda Darty, Bob Ebendorf, Tim Lazure and Mi-Sook Hur. Jennifer has been very fortunate and been able to travel to Europe several times. Most recently to Switzerland and Italy, both places have left a lasting impression, which permeate her artwork. Recently she was the metals artist in resident at Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, TN, and currently is a resident artist at Pocosin Folk Arts School in Columbia, NC.

Jenn's Statement

My work focuses primarily on objects of sentiment; small precious metal containers and pieces of jewelry that reference memory and concealment. Incorporating found objects from places I have visited, imagery and precious materials I hope to convey to the viewer that each piece holds with it a specific moment in time. The containers and many jewelry pieces include numerous hidden compartments that create tiny, unseen personal spaces for the user. As seductive, precious objects, they are intended to help capture memories and treasured moments, keeping them as reminders for the future.