She describes, "Working with these processes, materials, and imagery connects me to my ancestors. I firmly believe that culture is never lost, but rather forgotten, and creating art is a way to remember. I strive to create timeless jewelry rooted within tradition while remaining relevant to contemporary fashion."  

We look forward to learning more about Kristen and where her inspiration comes from, as we continue to admire her impressive designs!

Without using pre-drawn sketches as his guide, his recognizable style features symbolism depicting scenes from traditional Pueblo life, incorporating animals, weather symbols and often a 14k gold sun or moon. 




A natural and charismatic storyteller himself, Vidal's ability to communicate transcended beyond spoken words and translated into jewelry in a way that has connected with countless wearers. In 1941, Vidal's work was featured in the New York Museum of Modern Art. His work has impacted and continues to impact generations of admirers.