About

May Engelhardt specializes in unique and sculptural jewelry crafted by hand in Atlanta, GA. Born in a small town in Southern Maine, May moved to Brooklyn in 1998 where she lived and worked for 18 years. While her artistic career began with painting and photography over the past decade May has focused primarily on sculpture and jewelry design. Working with mixed metals and textures, May’s work is light and versatile for day to day wear, while simultaneously standing out and drawing attention.

Using personal stories to influence design

Using her designs as a way to explore the collective and individual experience, May’s work is informed by memory, empathy and insight. Many of her pieces are inspired by a relationship or a moment and use simple elements and symbols to tell a story. Her work is often deeply personal while simultaneously recognizing the interdependent nature of our lives. Her designs are a wearable sculpture, giving form to what we wish to hold close.

See commissions for examples of custom-made pieces with detailed descriptions.