Artist’s Bio

A Vancouver born metalsmith, Erin Dolman's work encompasses a broad range of materials and techniques. Everything from traditional gold wedding bands to finely crafted sterling silver chainmail, to hand-raised copper bowls. Erin finds an intrinsic value in whatever material she happens to be working with: silver, gold, rusted bits of iron, precious stones or beach rocks. All have potential for greatness.

Erin's current work focuses on the casting and fabrication of both precious and non-ferrous metals, with an occasional foray into glass, wood and bone.

Japanese art, cycles of death and regeneration and natural images combine to create elegant jewellery and precious objects that will perhaps challenge the viewer's notions of conventional beauty.

Erin's fascination with the crow has influenced her work and business name.