Rosemary Werkmeister

This week we are highlighting Webster Arts Member Rosemary Werkmeister, operating under the business name of Annie Dell Designs - the name is a tribute to her mother and aunt, honoring them and the memory of their love for wearing jewelry... and a little bit of bling.

Rosemary writes of her work: "My jewelry is created from the combination of my love of the natural energy that comes from rocks and the peaceful focus needed to manipulate & form metal. Inspiration is all around me coming from something in nature such as a flower, branch, bug, or rock. I strive to build an elegant showcase with metal to create pleasing pieces of wearable art. Settings are hand fabricated by cutting, piercing, texturing, folding, and soldering various components together.

My journey into metal smithing began later in my life after a lengthy career working with retirement plans & programs. In 2014 I started with just one class at Craft Alliance and have been drawn to metal smithing from the moment I experienced the thrill of soldering two pieces of metal together. Since then, I have studied with the fine instructors at Craft Alliance and participated in various workshops led by Paulette Meyers, Jayne Redman, and John Heusler. I am proud to be a juried artist in both The Greater St. Louis Artists and Best of Missouri Hands organizations."

Rosemary participated in the 2023 Webster Arts Fair, and has been a part of the Webster Arts Gazebo Markets. Her work is currently on exhibit at The Green Door Gallery in Webster Groves, MO through October 28.