Native Texan Richard Schmidt draws inspiration from the rich heritage and faith of his beautiful and wild homeland to handcraft his one-of-a-kind jewelry. Most of what he knows is self-taught, usually by trial and error which developed into his artistic style. His designs are a mix of modern style and rugged spirit, stories told in silver, gold, turquoise, coral, and brilliant semi-precious stones. The hammered sterling silver gives each piece a distinct texture and tone while the detailed oxidation offers striking depth.