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Bio: Da'oud Thompson
Biography
Trained in the art of lost wax casting and gemology,
Da’oud attended Santa Barbara City College Geology
and Gemology department, and then studied under David La
Plantz at Humboldt State University Jewelry Dept, Martin
Fowler at Santa Barbara Art Institute. Da’oud studied
under of Joseph Hasselrode and Lloyd La Count at the Tucson
Jewelers Art Center.
Da’oud has apprenticed under such renown jewelry
and sculpture artists as Paul Hapip Sandra Levitz, sculptor
extraordinaire, and Martin Fowler in Santa Barbara. Most
recently, Da’oud has done advanced studies at the
Revere Academy in Oakland. Da’oud has studied gemology
through the GIA in Santa Monica and various courses held
by may groups at the Tucson Gem show. Education is an ongoing
force of artistic and professional stimulation for Da’oud
Present Show schedule
Artist Statement: I have been a jeweler and sculptor for
twenty-five years, and from a background of stone carving
I moved into the field of Lost Wax Casting. Wax is carved
intricately, surrounded with plaster investment, burned
out and then injected with gold and silver. Stone settings
are made from design elements such as tendrils of vines
or celtic knots to embrace the stone. I combine casting
with fabrication and the marriage of metals of a unique
look. I make finger rings, bracelets, pins, pendants, ear
cuffs, and beaded necklaces for my pendants. I design and
manufacture all of my work. I also carry a unique line of
finger gauntlets ("finger armor") as well as unique
beaded necklaces with the help of the supurb bead artist
Barbara Koppang of Minneapolis, Mn.
Being a student of ancient symbolism, I like to imbue my
designs with a deeper if subtle meaning, especially my line
of wedding and engagement rings. Many of my pieces have
printed stories of their meaning and use as talismans for
change. These stories as well as corresponding pictures
can be found on my website.
People comment on my work that is a welcome change from
the contemporary sensibilities of hard edges and unwearable
fashion. People love my rings and frequently wear them all
the time. My work is designed for long wear, and for handing
down to future generations.
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