Paradise by Crystal Collier (malachite -Congo- & sterling silver) $125

Crystal says, “My art is designed to honor the relationship between us and nature, by highlighting the gifts Mother Nature has provided us and to show off her beauty in the best way I know how.

Born in La Grande and raised in Joseph, Oregon I grew up with nature’s beauty quite literally all around me.  As part of a logging and ranching  family, my entire childhood was spent in nature.   It has always been my sanctuary and I continue to gather inspiration from the beauty of the natural world around me.  I continue to live, work and create in La Grande, travel extensively, and learn constantly.”