SWAIA ARTIST Profile

Melvin Platero

Name
Melvin Platero
Tribe
Navajo Nation
Main Classification
Jewelry
Classification #2
Classification #3
Website

SWAIA Booth History

Summer 2024
PAL N 220
Winter 2024
Melvin Platero
Portfolio Example & Artist Statement

My work consists of tufa and cuttlebone casting, metal fabrication as a foundation stone/shell setting, and/or inlay. I use sterling silver, argentium silver, 14k gold, and 18k gold. I work with various stones and materials including, but not limited to; various turquoise, various types of coral, diamonds and other gem stones, sugilite, lapis, and mother of pearl.

2024 Portfolio

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