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‘The jewelry is my life blood.’
Submitted photo by Jill Stokesberry
Lucy Barna honed her musical skills in New Mexico before
moving to Manzanita.
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1 A lot of Lucy Barna’s jewelry is inluenced by geom-
etry and natural patterns, like these wavy, modern octogon
hoop earrings.
2 Lucy Barna’s designs incorporate geometry, like this
hollow Fibonacci cuff.
3 Inspired by the changing nature of patterns, move-
ment and natural angles, these wire shapes are cut and mea-
sured to the divine Fibonacci ratio. The triangles intentionally
shift placement, allowing a variety of positions upon wear.
4 This textured brass cuf features sterling silver stud rivets.
Submitted photos
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