SWAIA ARTIST Profile

Melvin Platero

Name
Melvin Platero
Tribe
Navajo Nation
Main Classification
Jewelry
Classification #2
Classification #3

SWAIA Booth History

SFIM25
PLZ 92
WIM24
SFIM24
PAL N 220

SWAIA Highlight History

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2024 Award History

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Portfolio Example & Artist Statement
Melvin Platero

My work consists of tufa and cuttlebone casting, metal fabrication as a foundation stone/shell setting, and/or inlay. I use sterling silver, argentium silver, 14k gold, and 18k gold. I work with various stones and materials including, but not limited to; various turquoise, various types of coral, diamonds and other gem stones, sugilite, lapis, and mother of pearl.

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