Sue Ann Dorman - Statement

My CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing) work uses two systems to create the pieces. One is more traditional to the jewelry world. It makes a wax model that is cast into metal. This I call ‘Classical’. This motif uses unusual stones that are put into architectural settings. I like to think of them as buildings to house the stones. The other system makes an object out of a synthetic material known as “ABS”. This motif is entitled ‘Primitive’’ and has an organic or anthropomorphic orientation. The material I use is black “ABS” to show off the intricate textures created by the machine. It has a wood or textile feel to it. I create the pieces completely on the computer. I don’t sketch them first. I only make ‘one of a kind’ pieces, so that each pieces is generated by the CAM system. The CAM system can be likened unto an ink jet printer. The CAM system deposits wax or ABS rather than ink onto a table. After the machine deposits the material onto the table, it lowers after each layer or course. That is how the object is built up. With the ABS material, I can build movable parts at the same time. I have made ball and socket, pivoting parts and a daisy chain.

Fine Art Jewelry Designer

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