Lesley McKeown | The Embrace
Materials: Sterling Silver, Reclaimed ebony from a vintage clarinet
Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.25 x. 25 in
Artist Statement:
Beauty is never perfect. Our society conditions us to believe that anything less than perfection is flawed and a failure, enslaving us to a myth. But true beauty lies in the flaws, the manifestation of mistakes, struggle and decay. It is through these that true creativity is born. Evolution is achieved not through perfection but by embracing imperfection. By recognizing the presence of flaws the reality of the world is acknowledged.
Artist Bio:
Creating jewelry professionally since 1984, Lesley is the daughter of two professional artists. An artistically rich environment that molded her vision and ethic. Lesley's jewelry reflects a dedication to excellence in craft and attention to narrative. Each piece is unique with the intent to evoke conversation and represent the wearers personal expression.
This brooch is part of the exhibition On Point: Brooches that Speak for Themselves. This exhibition centers on the brooch as a compact but potent site of expression. Each piece holds presence—visually, conceptually, or materially.
Show dates: October 1 – November 15, 2026
All the brooches are available for purchase. View the entire collection HERE. All purchased brooches will be held by the gallery until the exhibition is complete.
