Amy Hsieh | Fun-ghi

Artist: Amy Hsieh, WA
Materials: Sterling, copper, gold
Size: 7 (Can't be resized)

One of a kind

Artist Statement: Inspired by the mokume of Phillip Baldwin, this statement ring showcases four of the Shining Wave patterns in a ever-so-Northwestern mushroom motif. Not only is this guy fun to look at, but it doubles as a fidget ring.

Mokume patterns:

diamond (sterling/copper)

raindrop (sterling/copper)

bubble (shakudo/copper/shibuichi/sterling)

jazz (sterling/copper/shibuichi/shakudo).

Technical Process Info: Hollow form fabrication using 4 patterns of mokume

Artist Bio: Amy Hsieh creates sculptural jewelry that explores themes of constraint and personal history. After transitioning from a corporate career, she earned a Masters in Jewelry and Metal Arts at the Academy of Art University. She lives with her partner and four (and counting) rescue dogs in Seattle and soon to be Montreal.

This ring is part of Battle of the Rings: Ring Smackdown 2025, an online exhibition and competition. All the rings are available for purchase, view the entire collection HERE, view the matches HERE, and learn more HERE.