Demer will be teaching various of jewelry courses including etching, enameling, granulation and 15th hours metalsmithing class level 1 and 2.

Demer received a diploma in Jewelry art and design at Vancouver Community College in 2003. Soon after graduation she won a bench scholarship at Object Design Gallery, where she launched a new line and created a solo exhibit. She also had hands on mentoring under master goldsmith Sako Khatcherian and Tamara Clark, proprietors of Object Design Gallery. In 2005 Demer set-up shop at her home, and continued to create custom made pieces of jewelry, and sell her line at Object Design Gallery, El Cartel on Robson Street and at other various boutiques. Most recently she has solely focused on only creating custom jewelry privately and experimenting with other forms of wearable art.

Demer is inspired by natures organic shapes, textures, and intricate patterns. Art Nouveau architecture and Japanese block prints often influence her style. She thrives to handcraft jewelry that is unique, personal and wearable. She works with silver, enamel, leather, hardwoods and gemstones. She often ornaments surfaces with granulation and etching. Demer enjoys experimenting with different techniques and creating new and inventive ways of applying them. Her goal has always been to push her creative vision into new dimensions, allowing herself the freedom to manifest whatever form it may take. She is excited to be a part of Soigne workshops, and looks forward to sharing her
inspiration!

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