Artist - Kendria Thompson
This is me, Kendria Thompson, in my element (my in-home studio). I'm a self-taught metalsmith and lapidary artist who has always had a yearning to create things with my hands. I started the journey towards becoming a metalsmith in 2015 & a lapidarist in 2017. Although I started in 2015, Solid Treasures, LLC has been around since August of 2012. Before metalsmithing and lapidary, I designed beaded gemstone jewelry.
I have always found tranquility in being able to take raw elements and turn them into wearable art or decor. It's extremely rewarding to see my art adorned by people all over the world! After having a difficult pregnancy with my son, who spent some time in the NICU, I have a newfound sense of appreciation for life and having the ability to enjoy it. Those moments were eye-openers for me, and I'm thrilled to be on this journey through this life that allows me to create freely and spread the love.
I enjoy being able to connect with you all through my passion for metalsmithing and life itself. Feel free to follow my forever evolving journey on Instagram, where you will occasionally see behind the scenes shots of what I'm currently working on and I may pop my kids and pup up there occasionally.
