Chester’s Creative Jewel: Shannon Parker-Laramee
CHESTER, Vt. – In the quaint town of Chester, Vermont, creativity flourishes through the artistry of Shannon Parker-Laramee, a dedicated jeweler and designer known for her unique pieces at Wisdom River Designs. Crafting in her grandparents’ former home, Parker-Laramee melds her artistic flair with a family legacy, sharing the space with her painter grandmother and sister.
Having immersed herself in jewelry-making since childhood, she often transformed thrifted finds into new creations. Although her academic background is in ceramics, Parker-Laramee discovered her true calling during a metalsmithing internship. "When I started playing with fire and saws and hammers, I knew that was for me,” she recounted enthusiastically.
Her work, often described as “Bohemian” and stone-centered, highlights a deep passion for natural materials. “The stone is always the heart,” she said of her designs, which range from rings to earrings and necklaces. Parker-Laramee showcases her adaptability, sometimes reshaping a ring into a necklace if inspiration strikes.
Collaborating closely with clients, she embraces custom projects, particularly those adorned with diamonds or birthstones. Despite working on individual visions, she ensures her signature logo is present in most pieces, engraving her personal touch into each creation.
"Creating beautiful things and letting them out into the world" is her mission, as she aims to bring joy through her jewelry. While her studio is not a public showroom, customers can explore her work and make inquiries through the Wisdom River Designs website.
Parker-Laramee encapsulates the spirit of Chester, proving that even a small town can birth significant creativity and artistry.
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