About

Artria Jewelry began as a personal exploration—born from the desire to create accessories that felt both beautiful and authentic. What started with hand-assembling pieces in college has grown into a creative practice grounded in wire wrapping, metalwork, and sustainable design. Artist Amrita, a self-taught maker based in Rochester, MN, draws inspiration from her Indian heritage, nature, movement, memory, and the materials themselves—copper, vintage finds, stones, and textured metals.

Each piece is crafted with care, and custom projects are especially close to her heart—offering a chance to co-create something deeply personal and meaningful. Artria Jewelry reflects a journey of learning, experimenting, and evolving—guided by a belief that creativity lives in all of us, just waiting to be sparked.

*************************

Meet the Artist

Amrita Prakaashana is a Rochester, MN-based artist with over 20 years of experience working with metal and collaborating with others to teach, learn, and create art. A central part of Amrita’s identity is her creativity. She founded Artria Jewelry to design and handcraft wearable and decorative art that is both sustainable and accessible to all.

Her work is inspired by her Indian heritage, elements of nature, global cultures, and the world around her. Over the years, she has taught hundreds of individuals and firmly believes that everyone is creative—each person just needs to discover their own unique mode of expression.

Artful Transformations

Personal Growth

Art can be a powerful tool for personal growth and meditation, offering a quiet space for self-reflection, emotional release, and inner clarity. Whether through painting, crafting, writing, or movement, the creative process invites us to slow down, focus our attention, and connect with the present moment. In this meditative state, we’re able to listen more deeply to ourselves—uncovering insights, processing emotions, and nurturing a sense of peace. It’s not about the final piece, but the act of creating itself that becomes a path to healing and self-discovery.

Community

Art has the power to transform relationships and community by giving voice to lived experiences, creating space for connection, and sparking dialogue that heals and unites. When people are invited to co-create, witness, or reflect through artistic expression, barriers dissolve and new understandings emerge. Transformation without representation is just disruption without direction—but when art reflects the people it touches, it becomes a compass, guiding change that is grounded, inclusive, and deeply human.

*************************