About the Artist

An artist-in-residence at the historic Glen Echo Park, Blair Anderson owns and operates two studios, SilverWorks Studio & Gallery established in 2009, and SilverWorks Studio 2 Hot Metal.

1985 marked the beginning of a lifelong journey into the craft of silversmithing. Along the way Blair has shown her work in multiple galleries, juried shows and has a following of collectors both in the US as well as internationally.

Artist Statement

There are usually two sides to every thing. “Every gray cloud has a silver lining”. My collection focuses on John Milton’s metaphor for optimism in the abstract. I am using primarily recycled sterling in this collection to give a nod to this paradox. Using silver and stones, meaning is infused in the creations that can attract the wearer who may have experienced a similar story. I have encouraged the faculty and students of SilverWorks to interpret this theme with their works as well.