Since 1970 The term art jeweler refers to the group of individuals who design and create their own work in precious metals. The art of Cathy Wheless falls under this category. Her jewelry works are one of a kind. They are not manufactured but instead done by hand.
Handmade jewelry is a slow process but insures a quality product.
Not until age eighteen did she realize that fine crafts would be her life long work. Each design is started by a picture in her mind's eye. Each piece is worked by hand with meticulous care to construction and quality. She likes to think of her jewelry as personal treasures to be enjoyed and handed down in families. All of this effort goes into a unique product that is likely to be an investment.