Artist Statement and Academic Background

Artist Statement

Elisabeth Soppelsa, born and raised in a small town in the German part of Switzerland, studied jewellery making and design at the School of Applied Arts in Zurich. 

Curiosity brought Elisabeth to Canada in 1972, after having spent three years in the southern part of France. 

Her early childhood years, which were spent on a small winery, created a very strong bond to nature.  Her jewellery today is still a reflection of this bond.

Elisabeth creates uniquely one of a kind pieces in gold and silver.

Academic Background

School of Applied Arts (1964-1968)
Zurich, Switzerland
Jewellery Making & Jewellery Design Diploma

Wunderlin Goldsmith
Zurich, Switzerland

Isler Goldsmith
Basel, Switzerland

Cavelti, Goldsmith
Vancouver, B.C.

Moug Jewellers
Montreal, P.Q.

YWCA – Jewellery Making Instructor
Montreal, P.Q.

Freelance (1977 – Present)

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