{"title":"Jess Johnson","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/Jesse_Turquoise_Spotlight_FINAL_slightfadecopy41080x1080_480x480.jpg?v=1669352316\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/Jesse_Turquoise_Spotlight_FINAL_slightfadecopy41080x1080_480x480.jpg?v=1669352316\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" height=\"212\" width=\"189\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/Jesse_Johnson_PeterK_Shopify_480x480.jpg?v=1558982622\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/Jesse_Johnson_PeterK_Shopify_480x480.jpg?v=1558982622\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are so thrilled to feature our first jeweler in the Artist Spotlight, Jess Johnson. You might guess by viewing his work that Jess is from Zuni Pueblo and is a master in the Zuni petit point technique. Jess comes from a family of jewelers and is at least the third generation to continue the tradition. A popular favorite and highly collectable, Jess was the first among the large group of artists to sell out his entire collection during the 2016 Zuni Show. Jess incorporates a range of different Petit-Point and inlay techniques with amazing results. His pieces can usually be identified by his signature small snake-eye stones enclosed by a teardrop shaped embellishment along with his hallmark stamp of JJ with a rain cloud symbol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe multi-step undertaking of creating petit point inlaid jewelry is certainly a labor of love, endangered by the time and materials' intensive process. We often use the term “wearable art” when describing Jess’s work but the legacy of his pieces are so much more than beautiful items. They are a visual communication of, as well as a loving testament to, culture, tradition, skill \u0026amp; creativity that is passed from generation to generation. A connection that keeps Jess rooted while giving him the courage to branch out and nurture his own style. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn his own words:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJess Johnson- Zuni Artist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI am grateful to be from a family of jewelers. I thank my grandparents for teaching me the values of patience, acceptance and willingness to learn the hidden skills of becoming an artist. I thank my parents for continuing the journey and supporting me to understand why I should carry on the skill and family tradition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOver the past 18 years, I have been designing and hand making Zuni style snake eye petit point inlay jewelry. I find a peaceful connection to work with various types of natural turquoise. The color, texture and patterns within the turquoise has a sort of language that speaks to me on what design it would like to be. Turquoise has been a sign of strength for me as a Zuni artist. It has blessed me and led me to connect with many people around the world.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThank you for your support. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eElahkwa,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJess Johnson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"snake-eye-sleeping-beauty-turquoise-petit-point-ring","title":"Snake Eye Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Petit Point Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn abundance of what's referred to as \"snake eye\" round-shaped Sleeping Beauty turquoise stones resemble a reptile's eye. They are secured with tiny, custom-cut bezels to support them in the traditional Zuni petit point technique as seen in Jess Johnson's dynamic sterling silver ring that's a size 9. This extraordinary station measures about 2 1\/2\" by 1 1\/4\". Hand-stamped raincloud elements adorn the shanks and the underside of this all handmade ring. Signed by the artist. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jess Johnson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39908343775317,"sku":"","price":560.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/products\/JJohnson-Sleeping-Beauty-turq-petit-point-ring2v2.jpg?v=1643746876"},{"product_id":"kingman-turquoise-snake-eye-cuff-bracelet-1","title":"Kingman Turquoise Snake Eye Cuff Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eJess Johnson was taught jewelry making from his grandmother and parents while growing up at Zuni Pueblo. Many Zuni families share intergenerational knowledge. Traditions and skills are often passed down to children and grandchildren who learn by watching and sometimes helping the adults around them with their chosen craft. When you shop keshi.com you're helping preserve Zuni cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJess' sterling silver snake eye cuff bracelet has many round-shaped Kingman turquoise stones resembling reptile's eyes, hence the name. They are secured with tiny, custom-cut bezels to support them in the traditional petit point technique. The lovely bracelet has an entire inner circumference of about 6 1\/8\" including the opening of about 1 1\/8\". It's about 1 1\/8\" wide. Please click \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/determining-wrist-size\" data-fancybox-type=\"iframe\" class=\"fancybox\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for help in determining wrist measurements and best fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jess Johnson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42070051160149,"sku":null,"price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/JJohnson-turq-petitpoint-cuff2v3.jpg?v=1775833389"},{"product_id":"raincloud-sunface-turquoise-dangle-earrings","title":"Raincloud \u0026 Sunface Turquoise Dangle Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eOften Jess Johnson will sign his jewelry creations with hand-stamped raincloud elements. And sometimes he incorporates the life-giving symbol on the front side of the pieces as is the case with these magnificent sterling silver Zuni Sunface and raincloud dangle earrings. They are surrounded by many small turquoise stones, shaped like snake eyes, that are held by tiny hand-cut silver bezels in the petit point manner. The Sunface symbols that represents the elements in balance, are composed with turquoise, jet and iridescent mother-of-pearl, set in the stone to stone jewelry technique. These medium-weight adornments are signed by the artist and include additional stamped motifs, perhaps sunbeams or rainfall designs. About 2 1\/2\" long, 1 1\/4\" wide and 1\/8\" deep. If you'd like to learn more about traditional Zuni jewelry, please click \u003ca title=\"here\" href=\"https:\/\/keshi.com\/pages\/zuni-jewelry\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jess Johnson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42643431620693,"sku":null,"price":560.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/JJohnson-turq-sunface-earrings_f58f5b5c-cd9b-4978-8802-3e21409508de.jpg?v=1782325303"},{"product_id":"red-skin-turquoise-sleeping-beauty-turquoise-petit-point-pendant","title":"Sleeping Beauty \u0026 Red Skin Turquoise Petit Point Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eJess Johnson's stunning sterling silver petit point pendant is a piece of Zuni history you can wear that connects you with generations of traditional jewelry making. Truly a statement piece, Jess' mastery of lapidary and silversmithing skills unite in the collectible pendant's rich Sleeping Beauty turquoise and rare Red Skin turquoise petit point presentation. Each bezel is painstakingly hand-cut to hold the rich snake-eye shaped stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Skin turquoise originates in China. Mining at the location where it was discovered is no longer possible due to flooding and an eventual closure in 2010. It is beloved for an iron-rich content and blue color, considered precious because any remaining Red Skin turquoise on the market is considered legacy inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluding the beautiful bale, dimensions of this multi-tiered pendant with lovely movement are approximately 5 5\/8\" long, 2 3\/8\" wide and 1\/4\" deep. Signed by the artist including a stamped raincloud element. If you desire to learn about wonderful Zuni jewelry, please click \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"here\" href=\"https:\/\/keshi.com\/pages\/zuni-jewelry\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jess Johnson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42665817079893,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/JJohnson-turq-petitpoint-pendant.jpg?v=1782926556"},{"product_id":"dynamic-rhythm-red-coral-dangle-earrings","title":"Dynamic Rhythm Red Coral Dangle Earrings","description":"With every turn of your head, Jess Johnson's exquisitely handmade sterling silver and red coral snake eye dangle earrings bring life and rhythm to your face in a most attractive way. Alive with energy, these striking heavyweight adornments are approximately 3 1\/4\" long, 7\/8\" wide and 1\/8\" deep. Signed by the artist along with lovely stamped raincloud elements.","brand":"Jess Johnson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42917810667605,"sku":null,"price":720.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/JJohnson-coral-petitpoint-earrings8.jpg?v=1787692810"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/collections\/Jesse_Turquoise_Spotlight_FINAL_slight_fade.jpg?v=1669352406","url":"https:\/\/keshi.com\/en-ca\/collections\/jess-johnson-artist-spotlight\/material-coral.oembed","provider":"Keshi The Zuni Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}