Today we’d like to introduce you to Hsiang-Ting Yen.
Hi Hsiang-Ting , thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My love of jewelry started at early age. Just like every little girl, I loved to play with my mother’s jewelry. I was drawn to the fun geometric shapes and the bold colors, especially the 80’s clip resin earrings. Years later, I began to collect my own jewelry when I was in college. As a maker, I was fascinated with the idea of making my own jewelry and fortunately in 2006 I was introduced to “Beginning Metals and Jewelry” class in my junior year. As soon as I held that jeweler’s saw in my hand, I knew I had found my calling.
In 2012 I received my M.A. and M.F.A. degrees in Metals and Jewelry from Savannah College of Art and Design. During the three and half year of my graduate school training I created one of kind jewelry not only for my loved ones but also for clients that I met at the Philadelphia Museum of Art craft shows. I truly enjoy the sense of achievement that comes from knowing how much joy my jewelry brings to my clients. I became absorbed with the challenge of problem-solving and brainstorming designs and making the jewelry. I didn’t want to stop. In order to continuously share my passion with the world I founded HTY Jewelry in 2013 in Raleigh, NC.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Of course not! 🙂
In 2020, right at the start of the pandemic, I completely pivoted my business model—shifting from traveling for craft shows to setting up a studio space in downtown Raleigh. In 2022, I welcomed my first child, and the following year life took another turn when we moved to Canada while I was 33 weeks pregnant with my second. We just returned to Raleigh this past August, so I’ve been busy getting both our home and my studio back in order.
It’s been a whirlwind few years—navigating small business ownership while raising two very young children—but it’s also sharpened my adaptability, time management, and problem-solving skills in ways I never imagined.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
The style of my work has been shifting from literal context to a more abstract and organic aesthetics, and it’s emphasizing on the relationship between the jewelry and the wearer. My jewelry is designed for confident and sophisticated women, it conveys the symphony of bold colors, organic forms, gemstones, wearability, and artistic instincts. My goal is to always trust my artistic gut when it comes to jewelry design, and I’m determined to create the most unique and timeless piece to every single of my jewelry lovers. It’s not dare, it’s a promise.
How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
If you ever find yourself in downtown Raleigh, come visit Artspace and swing by my studio! You’ll not only get to say hi, but also meet more than 30 other incredible artists who fill the building with creativity. I thrive on connecting with people, and nothing inspires me more than a great conversation surrounded by art.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.htyjewelry.com
- Instagram: HTYJewelry
- Facebook: HTY Jewelry
