He masterfully transforms the metal material into fluid organic-shaped forms that ethereally clasp around gems.

Nagel has been working as a wire wrapping jewelry artist for over five years.

I’ve always loved darker themes as well, such as the works of H.R.

Wire Wrapped Jewelry by Valk 9

“Lady in the Water,” gemstones and silver, 2021

Giger and the whole alien aesthetic.

I fell into working with silver wire as a first step into the jewelry field.

I’m slowly expanding into fabricated works and CAD designs as well.

Wire Wrapped Jewelry by Valk 9

“Lady in the Water,” gemstones and silver, 2021

To design a piece, I start with the main stone.

In this case, the carved agate cameo, he explains.

I envisioned here swimming in the ocean amongst the waves and deep-sea creatures.

Wire Wrapped Jewelry by Valk 9

“Lady in the Water,” gemstones and silver, 2021

The final result looks like a fantastical piece of jewelry that is laden with mystical history.

Wire Wrapped Jewelry by Valk 9

“Lady in the Water,” gemstones and silver, 2021