Dawn Hatzidakis
Dawn Hatzidakis is a second-generation metalsmith, wife, and mother hailing from Crestwood, KY, just outside of Louisville, KY. Dawn and her parents share a deep love for jewelry design, and it was Dawn’s mother who first introduced her to the art of metalsmithing. After her career in the corporate world, she embarked on a career change in her early 40s, diving into the world of jewelry making.
Words from the artist.
Why Copper?
My lifelong fascination with unique colors and patterns, nurtured by my background in fine arts, naturally drew me to copper. Copper’s remarkable ability to change colors, bend, and fold captured my imagination. I don’t approach my work with preconceived plans or sketches; instead, I let the metal itself guide me. As I engage in processes like cutting, hammering, soldering, etching, and finishing, each piece of copper jewelry transforms into its own distinctive design. Every creation is a labor of love, meticulously handcrafted from start to finish.