Sophia Sophia is a color and earring enthusiast who makes jewelry that is not for wallflowers. Her handcrafted statement pieces are known for their unapologetic use of loud color and breadth of shape and scale, which can be viewed as wearable small sculptures meant for starting conversations.
She considers each and every one of her pieces a work of art, drawing inspiration from her impressive collection of patterned garments, freshly cut citrus fruit, Memphis Design, 1950’s modernist jewelry, summer memories, rainbow makers, CocoRosie, trolls, nail polish, homemade haircuts, mobiles, contemporary fashion design, Alice Neel paintings, Kraft mac and cheese and most importantly, color.
In our current digital landscape, Sophia Sophia finds comfort in creating everything by hand, using basic metalsmithing techniques which have been rooted in traditional practices for decades. This work is constantly evolving; while its unique voice may not be for everyone, Sophia Sophia’s pieces embody everything about her spirit and vision, something she trusts is important as an artist.
She holds a BFA from Pratt Institute and an MFA from Rhode Island School of Design. The brand StudioSophiaSophia was launched in 2014 and is currently based out of Binghamton, NY.