Ting Lu | Wing it!

Artist:  Ting Lu, USA
Materials: Sterling Silver, Fine Silver, Orthoceras Fossil, Garnet, Black & White Cubic Zirconia, Steel Spring
Size: 7 (Can't be resized / Can be replicated)

One of a Kind

Artist Statement: A small creature rests quietly on the hand until its wings stir. Part insect, part automaton, this kinetic jewelry combines articulated wing mechanisms with a transformable structure. The ring band folds to convert the piece into a pendant. Wing it! Pull the tail to animate the creature! The design explores wearing versatility, dynamic movement, and the playful boundary between jewelry and miniature machine.

Artist Bio: I joined the jewelry world as a maker, having spent my entire professional career as an engineer. I have been a self-taught artist using many 2D/3D media, but my creative vision finally came into focus when I fabricated my first silver ring in 2014. Metalworking, through the eyes of art, and involvement of math, physics, and chemistry brought the challenges that I was looking for. I specialize in playful, kinetic, and multi-purpose adornments. Check out my website www.tingludesign.com.

Team Mandrels- Representing Team - Alex Boyd

This ring is part of Battle of the Rings: Ring Smackdown 2026, an exhibition and online competition.  View the entire collection HERE, view the matches HERE, and learn more HERE.