For Ali Chovanec, becoming a mother inspired her passion for creating jewelry. She has always treasured the inspirational meaning of a gift of jewelry. Her first set of freshwater pearls was given to Ali by her godmother; these pearls hold a special place in her heart because of how precious and lovely they have always made her feel.
Ali’s love of pearls and desire for others to share in feeling unique and beautiful is the inspiration behind her designs. Freshwater pearls provide a classic element of beauty and sophistication that Ali uses as the core of her designs. Each piece is handcrafted and intended to commemorate and capture the emotion behind a special moment or event in someone’s life.
After exploring many creative opportunities in the design of beaded jewelry pieces, Ali has begun handcrafting her original inspirational designs from fine and sterling silver. The realm of metalsmithing has long intrigued Ali as it allows her to start from a “tabula rasa” or blank slate to set free endless creative possibilities.
The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work.
- Emile Zola
