In the Studio

The essence of my designs come from the inspiration I search, feel and find in my travels across the world.

Moving from the Pacific Northwest to Southern Sunshine State of Georgia

I grew up studying, travelling and visiting many museums throughout Europe. My love for artifacts led me to participate in archaeological digs in West Africa. Since childhood I always dreamed of creating things and went on to study Design and Interior Architecture at Pratt Institute in New York. For 10 years I worked as an interior architect. Throughout my young adulthood I collected gems and jewelry but did not start designing and making them until I moved to the Pacific Northwest and had my two children. My exposure to artifacts and appreciation of different culture's treasures started me on my path of jewelry design. Misty Metal by Erika Simon was launched in 2011 forming a collection of modern metal jewelry designs with a nod to the past. Recently I moved to the Atlanta area, re-branded and changed my company's direction as well as name to Erika Simon Artisan Jewelry.

Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to learn more about me and my jewelry.