Category Archives: Jewelry

A Cloisonne Workshop with Merry-Lee Rae

Posted on December 1, 2016 by marty

In October, John and I took Merry-Lee Rae’s week long cloisonné workshop. Merry-Lee  is one of my dearest friends and it was a privilege to experience and immerse myself in her creative environment. In addition, it was a joy to … Continue reading →

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The Magic Family at the Maryland Renaissance Festival

Posted on October 5, 2016 by marty

Our costumes are unpacked and put away for another year but the memories and photos of last weeks trip to the Maryland Renaissance Festival are fresh. Marty, John, Alisha and her two children, Molly and Sterling attended the fair. While … Continue reading →

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Cataclysmania Inspiration

Posted on September 7, 2016 by marty

                  Having just sculpted a new Cosmos Ring, I am reflecting on where my inspiration for this design came from. Van Gough’s Starry Night, thick with swirls of cosmic paint, and one … Continue reading →

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The Making of a Goddess

Posted on September 2, 2016 by marty

Although I may be somewhat prejudiced in how I view my compassionate, intelligent, talented and beautiful daughter, it was a wonderful experience to watch Alisha’s transformation from grounded mother, daughter, wife and jeweler into the realm of Goddess. Alisha met … Continue reading →

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Prince’s Love Symbol Cufflinks

Posted on May 14, 2016 by marty

Between 2006 and 2011 Prince wore pairs of these sterling silver Love Symbol Cufflinks. They were bezel set with 10mm Cubic Zirconias.  When Prince was on tour, the unexpected might happen and I soon came to understand that Paisley Park … Continue reading →

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Blazing Comet Ear Wraps for Prince

Posted on May 9, 2016 by marty

“Worn by Prince,” Comet and Moon and Star Ear Wraps up for auction.  My Comet Ear Wrap design is a blast from the past! In March of this year, (2016) prior to Prince’s death, Mayte, Prince’s first wife, auctioned two … Continue reading →

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Purple Reign – My Business with Prince and Paisley Park

Posted on April 26, 2016 by marty

My introduction to Prince was at the Warfield Theatre in San Francisco on May 23rd 1986. It was his Parade, Hit n Run Tour. Generous friends had purchased third row seats and invited me to the concert. Twelve years later, … Continue reading →

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Silverormen by Philip Birk – Silver Vine Snake by Marty Magic

Posted on January 26, 2016 by marty

Last Fall, Philip Birk of Sweden contacted me to ask permission to use the image of my sterling silver Vine Snake Pendant for the cover of his book, Silverormen. Silvoromen is the second and final book in a series about … Continue reading →

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Grandfather’s Clock

Posted on June 2, 2015 by marty

I was fortunate that as a child my parents read to me.  My father read to me from the Jungle Book, Robinson Crusoe and Treasure Island,  just to name a few. My mother read me what was age appropriate beginning … Continue reading →

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Chameleons – Super Heros of the Old World Lizard Clade.

Posted on May 17, 2015 by marty

Chameleons are just about the coolest animal on this planet. They have super powers and can make themselves invisible and look in two directions at once!  They have ballistic tongues that project with incredible speed and impact to catch prey; … Continue reading →

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