Mando Bartlett
San Antonio, Texas
Mando Bartlett is a recent 2018 graduate and BFA recipient of Texas State University with a focus in Metals and Jewelry. Their work uses pattern and ornamentation that is informed by the excess and sensuality of Baroque cathedrals, Rococo interiors, and Moorish architecture. Color is a focal point, often in bright, bold and neon palettes. They use Rhino CAD 3D programming software, industrial color application, and traditional metalsmithing techniques to create her wearables. Bartlett has shown their work in Earrings Galore, Ware/Wear, Cold Connections, and THREE. They are represented by Asher Gallery at the Center of Contemporary Craft in Houston, Texas. Bartlett is currently working on a new body of work as the 3-month resident at the Baltimore Jewelry Center.
Heidi Lowe gallery proudly hosted Mando Bartlett’s work in the annual Earrings Galore exhibition during NYCJW18.
Heidi Lowe Gallery is a contemporary art jewelry gallery exhibiting works by owner Heidi Lowe, and by numerous artists from around the world. In addition to trunk shows and pop up events, the gallery hosts a variety of exhibitions including solo and group shows of both emerging and mid-career artists. Works exhibited in the gallery are made by artists who are exploring a range of ideas, formats, and materials that exemplify the many exciting and diverse facets of contemporary art jewelry.
