Doreen Garten

I am a metalsmith drawn to structure, proportion, and the quiet strength of restraint. Working primarily in sterling silver alloyed with platinum, I create contemporary jewelry defined by clean lines, subtle texture, and balanced space.

Influenced by architecture and the natural world, I allow each stone’s inherent character to guide the design, building the metal around it so that material and form move in harmony. What appears simple is thoughtfully constructed and intentionally resolved.

I approach the bench with curiosity and gratitude, creating wearable sculpture meant to endure — pieces that hold presence, invite touch, and become part of the wearer’s lived story.

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