THE STORY OF SOUTH SEA GLOW PENDANT Adam Neeley’s pendant entitled South Sea Glow, a part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection, is the product of timeless design, innovative technique, and inspiration derived from nature's beauty. While living in Florence, Italy, designer Adam Neeley sketched a curvaceous form which would later become South Sea Glow Pendant. As an artist [...]
Contact us with questions: info@adamneeley.com or (949) 715-0953 2017 La Quinta Arts Festival March 2-5, 2017, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thanks to all those who joined Adam at the 2017 La Quinta Arts Festival: the best of American contemporary art, presented by the artists themselves, in a stunning outdoor setting. Adam presented at Booth #319, showing his [...]
Classical Craftsmanship, Modern Innovation In his own words, designer Adam Neeley describes his approach to balancing classical craftsmanship and modern innovation: During my studies in Italy, I apprenticed under master Italian goldsmith Gio Carbone. He taught me hand forging and finishing techniques passed down through generations of jewelers, spanning back to the Renaissance period. My South Sea Glow pendant, now a part [...]
Inspirational Erté ''I'm in a different world, a dream world that invites oblivion. People take drugs to achieve such freedom from their daily cares. I've never taken drugs. I've never needed them.'' -Erté While developing his newest Couture collection, including the works featured here, Adam drew inspiration from the life and work of designer Erté. The life [...]
ENIGMATIC BLACK JACE NIGHT STAR BROOCH Enigmatic, strong, and beautiful, Jade has been sought and coveted since prehistory. Stone Age craftsman favored this tough and lustrous gem when fashioning weapons, talismans and tools. Jade has been celebrated through the ages not only for it's tangible properties, but also as a source of metaphysical power; forging a connection to heaven and healing the [...]
Adam Introduces His Newest Couture Collection In his own words, designer Adam Neeley describes the inspiration for his newest collection of Couture Jewelry: As an artist, it's my quest to find and create harmonious balance. I perpetually challenge myself to create a precise combination of gemstone to metal and form to function. In both my symmetrical and asymmetrical work I strive for [...]
2017 Laguna Beach Holiday Party Saturday, December 2nd 3-6pm & Sunday, December 3rd 2-5 pm Past Event: Thanks to all who joined us for the 2017 Laguna Beach Holiday Party, our annual holiday event! Enjoy Adam's signature spiced martini along with holiday nibbles. Find that perfect gift and see the newest Couture pieces. We hope to see you there! [...]
2016 Couture Release Party November 19th, 2016, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thank you to attendees of the 2016 Couture Release Party in the Private Lounge of San Francisco's own 25Lusk. Guests enjoyed a VIP Wine Tasting, while Adam shared the inspirations behind his designs and unveiled his 2016 Couture Jewels.
The Grapes of Burgundy Wine Event On Saturday, October 22nd from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at his Laguna Beach gallery, Adam hosted a private wine event for his collector's circle, the Grapes of Burgundy. Guided by sommelier Michaela Hightower, guests in attendance sampled select Burgundian wines alongside food pairings while learning more about the exceptional fruits of this famous wine-making region. [...]
2016 Beverly Hills Art Show October 15th & 16th, 2016, from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM The Beverly Hills Art Show is free to the public and features work by 240 artists from around the world. Such diverse media as sculpture, ceramics, painting, photography, drawing, printmaking, and jewelry are represented. We invite you to join Adam at the [...]
