Carol Schwarz
For Maui artists Michael and Carol Schwarz, life is a magical adventure. This becomes obvious whether one gazes upon the harmonious, environmentally inspired pieces created by Carol, or the meticulously crafted masterpieces by Michael. It was kismet that brought the two together over twenty years ago, Michael having just arrived on Maui from Austria in search of the place where his natural abilities as a self-taught jeweler could evolve to their full potential. Carol's background was in arts and design. In Michael she found a best friend and mentor.
Together the two have created their utopia on Maui's north shore. A jungle haven where the humbleness of their off-the-grid lifestyle contrasts against the extravagance of the world class jewelry produced there. Often times, Carol's work plays upon this dichotomy as she delights in combining the different elements of nature in her artful creations; such as earrings of diamonds, 18k gold, and beach pebbles, or a pendant of seashell, boulder opal and emerald.
For Carol, the peaceful jungle surrounding them is an obvious influence upon here creativity. She particularly enjoys working with Thatian black pearls and playful combinations of colored gemstones. Her bamboo inspired jewelry pieces feature a combination of metals and gemstones.