Artist

Silence shaped into form.

Profile

A jewelry artist and metalworker based in Tokyo, shaped by silence, craftsmanship, and the quiet rhythm of materials.

Artist
Statement

Exploring the question of why humans adorn themselves — a search that begins before words.

Works

Art pieces that shape “silence” and the impulse to adorn, created through metalwork techniques and a contemporary jewelry perspective.

Contemporary jewelry artwork by Tomoko Maeda

Exhibitions

A record of exhibitions, awards, and milestones that trace the path of my artistic practice.

365 Sketches

A daily archive of jewelry sketches — quiet lines that often appear before thought.

365day Crafted Silence | Sketch Day 008

A ruby-and-platinum brooch sketch exploring movement through vivid contrast.

365day Crafted Silence | Sketch Day 007

A dreamy brooch sketch crafted from captured stardust.

365day Crafted Silence | Sketch Day 006

A quiet and warm jewelry sketch inspired by flickering flames, rendered in imperial topaz and enamel.

Journal

Stories behind the pieces, reflections on materials and technique, and thoughts on why we adorn ourselves.

Why KELEN's jewelry is particular about custom orders

Most of the jewelry I make is made to order and then made.

Surprisingly, don't you know? Correct way to care for jewelry by Mohs hardness

The care of your jewelry varies depending on the gemstone used. What is the difference in standards is the hardness of the gem. This article explains what to be careful...

easy! quickly! Two ways to restore silver discoloration

I saw the silver accessories for the first time in a while and it turned out to be completely black! Have you ever had that experience?So today we'll show you...