Meet the Artist

About Patricia Healey

Patricia Healey, artist and metalsmith

In college, I started out studying elementary education. My mom thought teaching would be a good fit, summers off, reliable work, so that’s what I declared. But it didn’t take long to realize teaching is a gift, and it wasn’t one I’d been handed. I switched my major to theater arts, which turned out to be far less disciplined, and a much better fit. It sharpened my creative problem-solving skills, something I’ve relied on in every artistic path since.

I’ve always chased creativity with a sense of adventure. I’ve drafted fashion patterns, cooked on sailboats (sailing nearly all the way around the world), and spent five years with a bicycle co-op, picking up all kinds of practical, hands-on skills along the way.

Then came metalwork. Copper is my medium of choice. It’s forgiving, expressive, and full of character. I’m drawn to its responsiveness: the way it takes on texture, how light plays across its surface, and how each mark leaves behind a bit of intention. The mix of metals, the patina, the fine details added by hand… these are what keep me coming back.

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Absolutely beautiful! I love copper and this

Absolutely beautiful! I love copper and this piece is stunning!

This is a beautiful piece

This is a beautiful piece.

Beautiful niobium!

These ear wires are beautiful and the price is good too! I’ll be ordering again, I’m sure!!

Purchased 3 beautiful keepsake boxes

I purchased 3 keepsake boxes for my daughters and myself. They are beautiful! They are Yule gifts for my daughters. We have 6 indoor cats and a colony of strays that we take care of outside.

So cute! I love the cat

So cute! I love the cat charm!

Great! I am

Great! I am thrilled!

Great! I am so

Great! I am so happy!

So cute! My friend has a Chihuahua and I made her a necklace

So cute! My friend has a Chihuahua and I made her a necklace. She lovedit!

I love the cat face pendant!! I created a

I love the cat face pendant!! I created a wonderful copper beaded necklace for it!

Stunning Craftsmanship

The intricate details and copper patinas show off the artists skills.

PEACE

Wowza! This pendant blows me away. The copper creation is beautiful and to hold it makes you realize the skill/ artistry that went into production.

Beautiful pendants

Perfect match for her pendant. Good guage for strength.

Lovely!! What a stunning piece of artwork!! It

Lovely!!
What a stunning piece of artwork!! It is already a favorite!!

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Cultured Pearl & Copper Truth Face Necklace with Artisan Beads
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Hi Patricia: I bought 2 of your necklaces when you were at Gem Faire at Orange County Fairgrounds

Hi Patricia: I bought 2 of your necklaces when you were at Gem Faire at Orange County Fairgrounds. Love them. I hope you come again to the Fairgrounds.

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Great craftsmanship.

Short-Snout Dog Pendant

Absolutely love this little dog pendant. The craftsmanship is per quality.

Love non-tarnish copper

Love non-tarnishcopper.

Exceptional Artist workmanship

Exceptional Artist workmanship.

Always a consistently beautiful product! Thank you!!

All the charms are fabulous as usual

All the charms are fabulous as usual .

Rested an amazing statement necklace with this!

Rested an amazing statement necklace with this! Thank you!!

Beautiful.. creates a statement piece..

Petroglyph Necklace with Copper Symbol

You won’t regret purchasing this unique necklace. You will most certainly be proud to wear it! I have been stopped, asked if it may be touched and complimented often. Patricia, your information was freely shared. I’m thrilled with the necklace. Thank you! The quality is outstanding.

Beautiful! All your pieces are so lovely & look amazing with my gemstones .. ❤️☮️💟

great copper findings and ear wires

I have used these ear wires and other findings from this artist in my designs with great success. They are beatiful.