sabirah parker

Sabirah, metal jewelry artist and owner of Sculptured often escapes to her studio to create your jewelry turn on! On the jewelry artist scene since 2002, Sabirah began beading using semi-precious gemstones and sterling silver beads. Her unique designs captured the hearts of her customers and led her to open Beadalicious, Inc., a full scale retail bead shop. While operating Beadalicious, Sabirah was able to obtain several contracts with various state organizations including The Children's Guild and The Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) in Baltimore, MD. She went on to teach the art of jewelry making to "vulnerable" teens, ex-drug addicts, prisoners and the homeless at no charge. Whenever she learned a new technique, wire crocheting, wire wrapping, etc she would teach. Beadalicious became known for good energy, great friendships, easy to follow classes and an incredible array of beads and jewelry! In 2009, while preparing for marriage and a move out of the country, Sabirah closed the doors of Beadalicious. Tragedy struck when her fiancé suddenly passed away. Sabirah immediately turned to metal work, more specifically copper metal. "I find the copper to be the perfect medium as it has the surface from which a wide spectrum of color can be extracted by the application of heat." Besides that, the sound/feel of the hammer was all the therapy she needed to bounce back! Sculptured was formed. Every aspect of Sabirah's creation is a work of art, from the initial conception to the physical task of developing the finished form. With her unique style, Sabirah uses a torch as her paintbrush with the flame applying the color. Each finished piece is a union of intuitive inspiration. Her techniques now include metal sheeting, forging, folding, etching, scrolling and dapping! Now working from her New York studio, Sabirah is once again producing your jewelry turn on..... Contact Sabirah at [email protected] or visit her website at www.sculpturedmetaljewelry.com