About Catherine, Art & Earrings

Catherine Kim headshot.

Hello!

I’m Catherine, a Korean-American maker from Los Angeles. I’ve always been into making things with my hands, anything from crocheting to painting. I studied art at UCLA and my curiosity has led to many experiences and places.

2001 - 2005 UCLA, Los Angeles
2003 International student, South Africa
2005 Assistant jewelry designer, Pasadena
2006 VSC artist residency, Vermont
2007 Moved to Trinidad & Tobago (T&T)
2009 - 2011 Architectural draftsperson
& website manager, T&T
2012 Studio art practice, T&T
2016 Moved back to California
2017 Settled in Forest Falls, California
2018 Start of Sonemade.com
2023 Career transition to SEO Specialist &
restart as part-time art maker


Sone means “hands” in Korean and this website serves as a showcase and an e-commerce destination for my art and jewelry work.

What I value

  • Sketchbook of earring designs and finished silver earrings to show the timeless design.

    Timeless Design

    The aesthetic is modern, minimalist, and playful. The designs focus on art and ideas, not trends.

  • Art Clay making process showing that all items are handmade.

    Handmade

    Art & earrings are handmade in my home studio.

  • Sone earrings packaged in recyclable paper box.

    Sustainability

    I focus on not being wasteful on the logistical side. All marketing materials are digital, and I focus on sustainability when it comes to making, packaging, and shipping (i.e., reclaimed silver, recyclable box/envelope).

About Catherine Kim, art inspiration photo.

The story behind the making

The mixed media art and silver jewelry are informed by my background in art and architecture.

Ideas can come from diverse sources such as construction/industrial sites, nature, and movements. Following traditional art making, I observe and record. Through the making process and mixed mediums, they become removed from their original purpose to create new point of views. 

Outside of making, I love

  • Forest Falls California mountain background.

    Mountain living

    I am based in Forest Falls, CA. I love waking up to the greenery, the fresh chill in the air, and the smell of pine outside. 

  • Museum scene with artwork on the wall.

    Museum trips

    I’m 1.5 hrs from LA and I enjoy museum trips with my sons. I get a lot of energy by seeing how/what other artists create. It keeps the mind open.

  • English Breakfast tea next to kettle.

    Tea & Pastries

    As soon as I wake up, the kettle goes on for my strong English Breakfast tea with a splash of milk. I love a good, fresh croissant or any French pastry.

Questions? Let me know!