MARY ELLEN O'CONNOR - Fine Art Metalsmith

Featured Artist October 1 - 27 2025

OPENING RECEPTION SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 FROM 5 -7

Metalsmith Mary Ellen O’Connor makes unique works in 24k gold on polished copper. Following her passion for animals, nature, and wildlife her works exude a calm elegance influenced by Asian design and esthetics.

After applying the gold leaf design a process of heat treating the copper allows her to create iridescent color patterns, further enhancing the gold image.

O’Connor holds a BFA in metal-smithing from the School for American Crafts, which allowed her to combine her knowledge of smithing with her passion for wildlife.

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Hammered Copper Earrings with 23k Gold Designs

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Inspiration

For Mary Ellen Whidbey Island is a place of endless source material. "I spend hundreds of hours each year photographing birds, frogs, flowers, and landscapes in order to have the reference material for my fine-art metal work. I have found endless inspiration from this beautiful island!"

Additionally, she has incorporated her skills for creating wildlife art into architectural etched glass, silk painting and pastels.

If you have questions about Mary Ellen O’Connor’s work,
please contact the gallery at 360-222-3070 or 800-858-5063.