Meet Kim...
"Less is more."
Kim Harrell is an award-winning silversmith and jewelry artist who makes distinctly textured and clean-lined jewelry and silver wares using precious metals and gemstones or unconventional materials such as felt, rubber and steel. She studied at the London Metropolitan University, Sir John Cass School of Art, Architecture and Design where she obtained her B.A. in Silversmithing, Jewellery and Allied Crafts. Kim was born in Denver, CO and currently resides in Aurora, CO where she runs her studio and teaches at The Art Students League of Denver & Metropolitan State University in Denver. Kim is the recent past President of the Colorado Metalsmithing Association (CoMA) and remains an active member.
Kim’s work can be found in private and corporate collections in the USA and Europe. The Denver Art Museum’s Kirkland Institute of Fine & Decorative Art in Denver acquired a set of her silver sculptural spoons that are currently on display in the Sculpture section.
Pieces Featured in Main Boutique
Fun Facts
I am a master at gluten free baking!
Printmaking is my hobby
I am an birdwatcher
I was a disc jockey in college
I have been to the top of Pikes Peak
More About Me
Tell us about your art studio.
I share a 1200 square foot open space with two other artists who primarily work in 2D. We have huge windows, a shared kitchen area and lots of storage for 2D work. There is a press and two large working tables. Usually at least two of us are there together and we listen to all kinds of music. It is a joyful and productive space in an area zoned for 'light industry'. Our neighbors are an African grocery store, an auto repair shop and a public storage facility.
When you’re not making art, what sparks your creativity or joy?
I love taking walks in nature or anywhere outdoors. I find inspiration in the textures of everything from the ground up. No matter where I go, a city or a forest, there is always some textural detail or shape that catches my eye.
What do you want to learn next?
At the moment I am experimenting with liquid enamel.It is a slow learning process as it is new to me. I am enjoying the serendipity of the exploration process and am looking forward to incorporating it into my work.