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Tracy Tenpenny

Primary Use of Medium: Jewelry Maker

Interviewer: Donna Wetegrove
Interview Location This interview takes place with Tracy in Austin.
Interview Date: 9.2009
Writer: Stephanie Clark

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Tracy Tenpenny is a unique creative presence in the world of jewelry design. Reeling from the loss of her mother shortly after graduating from the University of Texas, where she studied interior design and architecture, she decided to channel that anguish and forge something unique and beautiful from her pain. She began to create jewelry that was inspired by the shapes, colors and forms so common in architectural design. The combination of these elements allowed for something truly individualistic to emerge in her designs, which span the entire range of women's fashion from simple elegance to complex, intricate sophistication.

She began to sell her jewelry at shows and gained a following through word of mouth...all while working her way up to the position of Design Director at an Austin Architectural Firm and balancing that with philanthropic interests. On the fifth anniversary of her mother's passing, while reflecting on her life, Tracy decided to pursue her passion for crafting jewelry full time. Since then she has never looked back and continues to design exciting and unique jewelry, infused with passion and personality.

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Artist Profile:

Tracy Tenpenny
Tracy Tenpenny Design
1405 West Sixth Street
Austin, Texas 78703
512/699-2412
www.tracytenpenny.com

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