About Enoch Michael

I'm Enoch Michael, and I hand-fabricate sterling silver jewelry. Originally from a small Arizona town, I now create in my Utah-based studio. Many of my pieces reflect my duality: traditional yet contemporary.

I have a BA in technical writing, and work full time at a national research company.

Yá’át’ééh Tł’ízíłtáni nishłį́. Tábąąhí báshíshchíín. ‘Áshįįhí dashicheii. Tó baazhní’ázhi dashinálí. Boston shí ya’at’eehgo hólǫ́

How did you get into jewelry?

I was searching for a creative outlet, and that led me to a six-hour jewelry-making class where I made the ring pictured on the right. It was a humble start, but it ignited a spark I hadn’t felt in years.

What began as curiosity quickly became a passion, though I had no idea how much I still had to learn. I taught myself silversmithing through YouTube videos, countless mistakes, and sheer determination.

  • Proof of trying

    "Every melted bezel, every broken ring shank taught me invaluable lessons. I tried not be afraid of failure. I embraced it."

  • First big win

    "Early on, I committed to make an entire jewelry set: squash blossom necklace, bracelets rings, and earrings. Just to prove to myself that I could."

  • Intuition to connection

    "I now create intentional pieces that connect to their owners ensuring every piece finds a home where it is cherished."

Exhibitions

I've exhibited at SWAIA Santa Fe, Mineral Minded Tucson with the Society of North American Goldsmiths, and Utah Indigenous Fashion Week.

Teaching

I teach courses throughout the Southwest including Salt Lake City, Tucson, Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Phoenix.

Craftsmanship

I make each piece from raw silver. I melt, roll, saw, and finish each element by hand, selecting high grade turquoise and recycled metals. I invented the Bead Soldering Jig (patent pending) to increase efficiency.

Collaborations

I collaborate with artists nationwide! See the team of creatives who make Enoch Michael special

Collaborators

  • Upcoming Classes

    Announcements for workshops and courses across the Southwest.

  • Upcoming Shows

    Find me at juried markets, exhibitions, and gallery events.

  • How-to Videos

    Watch silversmithing demos, tool tips, and behind-the-scenes builds.
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