Tim Shatraw is a fabricator, silversmith, and lapidary artist dedicated to traditional methods of making. His work is defined by a deep, hands-on connection to the materials—from the raw silver to the stones he cuts and shapes himself.
Tim specializes in traditional casting methods, including tufa, cuttlebone, sand, and lost wax casting. For example, in tufa work, he carves designs by hand into volcanic stone molds. Because the mold is often destroyed in the casting process, the resulting texture is a one-of-a-kind hallmark that can never be replicated.
Driven by a "found-object" philosophy, Tim often incorporates local or found stones, bison horn, elk ivory, and dinosaur bone into his designs. By performing much of his own lapidary work, he ensures that the character of the stone dictates the final form of the silver. His pieces are crafted to be enduring and credible—true heirloom art for those who appreciate the story behind the stone.
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