Courtney Poole Pendergrast is the owner, designer, and maker for Poole Pendergrast Studios, located in the foothills of Northeast Georgia.  This website is a portfolio where you will find a mix of custom work and her own original designs.  Her work utilizes ethically sourced materials, and she often incorporates customer’s old, unworn jewelry into new designs.  With a high respect for craftsmanship, Courtney utilizes methods of construction reminiscent of jewelers from generations gone by.  She enjoys working as a jeweler and metalsmith because it requires ingenuity and creativity.  Whether a piece is a custom heirloom to be passed on for generations or an object to be enjoyed by a child, it is carefully considered and well built. 

The versatility of metal inspires Courtney while form, function, and aesthetics all play a key role in her designs. By applying different processes, a simple piece of metal can look as soft as a satin bow, rough-hewn as an old, weathered iron gate, or intricate as a piece of lace. She loves that there is always something new to discover, plus she has a soft spot for a well-balanced hammer!   Her goal as an artist is to grasp a raw idea and forge it into something tangible and enduring. 

Courtney will create that one of a kind statement piece you have always dreamed of or she can refurbish your antique jewelry upon consultation, and no matter the job, she executes each with care and a precise attention to detail.  You can find Courtney's work at Anastasia Spa and Salon in the historic district of Toccoa, Georgia and at Aurum Studios in downtown Athens, Georgia.  She also teaches jewelry and metalsmithing classes tailored to each student’s skill level. Please use the contact page to get in touch with the artist if you are interested in a custom design or have a repair question.