Islay Taylor

Islay Taylor

Early Morning Studio Update

It’s finally getting there! I’ve been working on some knuckle dusters that will have fancy painted acrylic nails set into them… very Kid Sister-esque. It’s taken alot of time, with loads of castings, solderings, and patience… but, I’m hoping to…

For me, jewelry embodies a kind of immortality… the ability to stretch a single moment out into infinity. -Adam Grinovich

Pro-Nails

This is what my dinning room table looks like these days. Apparently I’m running an underground nail salon… at least that’s what it smells like! The truth is that I’m working on getting some good nail art designs under my…

I want, I want, I want

I just came across this amazing tape while perusing the items on display at nonesuch things. The tape was designed by a Parisian jeweler, Marie-Helene de Taillac, who creates beautifully cascading necklaces and earrings that rely heavily on the bright…

I am currently on sabbatical, and will return to teaching in mid March. If you'd like to work together upon my return, please shoot me an email.

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