“Ca’Win” Jimmy Calabaza

MATERIAL/TECHNIQUE:
Materials used in my art work is Kingman Arizona Turquoise and Sterling Silver. Flat Rolled Turquoise Bead Techniques: slice, clip, drill, wire, grind, sand with 100 grit sand paper, then 320 sand paper and polish. After which, designing of necklace takes place. Beveled Turquoise Bead Techniques: slice, clip, drill, wire, grind, bevel each bead on both sides of the bead continuing same process for all beads, followed by sanding with 100 grit sand paper, then 320 sand paper and polish. After which, designing of necklace takes place. Silver work includes hand fabrication of each bead or drum by stamping work and hallmark.