About

Hi there! I’m Jen, aka Quench Metalworks. Here’s a little bit about me and what makes me tick:

I grew up in Maine running through the forest and sailing on the ocean.  When not exploring the outdoors, I would spend hours drawing and creating.  During high school, I landed a job with a goldsmith.  Let's just say that my future was sealed the first time I soldered gold.

I attended the Rhode Island School of Design graduating with a Jewelry and Metals BFA in 1994.  For several years after college, I worked for various jewelers (some fine, some art, some costume) in the Providence area while fine tuning my skills with their guidance.  

In 2001, I returned to my beloved Maine.  After a lengthy absence from the bench (back to school, brief career change, marriage, pregnancy, and child…all in that order), I returned to the bench. I opened my online shop and vended at my first show in 2008.    

My current work draws inspiration from the balance of linear and organic elements. My bench is full of experiments and prototypes to keep things interesting.  And I have a passion for unusual stones. 

Thanks for being here and taking an interest in my work.

-Jennifer A. Lisa, owner/designer/metalsmith at Quench Metalworks