The Blue Sea Artisans featured artist for the month of November is vintage jewelry designer Cathie Ann Amelotte.
A reception will be held 1-4 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the gallery’s new location in the Keauhou Shopping Center.
Amelotte was born in Minnesota and has lived in the Hawaiian Islands for more than 45 years and remains dedicated to the community that she loves. Because of this one may often see Amelotte’s work displayed at silent auctions that support nonprofits on Hawaii Island. She is dedicated to the good work being done and donates items annually to such organizations as the Arc of Kona, Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation, Hospice of Kona and Hawaii Island United Way.
Amelotte’s creations are a reflection of spending many years in the tropical setting and the fashion business. Many of her pieces contain vintage components of advanced age with post consumer findings. Her creations contain a rare and beautiful collection of previously loved jewelry that she has collected from various parts of the world.
Keeping in the spirit of re-utilization, she also offers Aloha print microwave bags, African tulip tree pod jewerly holders, and her newest venture, lei and earrings made from coconut frond. She has alscrafted fabric jewelry bags that are complimentary with select purchases.
The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Amelotte encourages people to contact her for donations to worthy causes by emailing manamaiakua@hawaii.rr.com.