Artist's Statement

“Being a rebel by nature and not one known for ‘coloring inside the lines,’ I innately want to go ‘out there’ with my art. Precious Metal Clay (PMC) launched me on a journey of self-indulgent (mis)behavior. The very nature of the medium implores a looseness of design and attitude that gives me the freedom to break all the rules and have a darn good time doing it!”

Artist Bio

Originally a traditional silversmith, Linda Kline’s art took an abrupt turn when she discovered Precious Metal Clay. The versatile, organic nature of PCM allowed her to redefine her artistry and capture a look that had evaded her through traditional metalsmith techniques.

Linda’s striking one-of-a-kind creations are strongly influenced by environmental issues and global concerns.  Her work will often incorporate a juxtaposition of “found objects” or organic components, in contrast to gold, fine silver and precious gemstones, to convey a message or tell a story.  Her “Spirits of the Rainforest,” for instance, address the mounting concerns facing our fragile, dwindling rainforests.  Using her art as a voice for change, Linda donates a portion of sales from the “Spirits” to a not-for-profit organization committed to preservation and reforestation

Her fascination and expertise with metal clay artistry has earned her recognition as one of the foremost instructors in her field.  Linda holds certifications with PMC and Art Clay Silver, and is one of only 18 senior instructors in the United States.  In addition to Level 1, 2 and 3 certification, Linda teaches advanced technique and specialty classes from her home studio on tranquil Orchid Island, Florida, and at conferences and studios throughout the US and abroad.  Please check out Classes and News to inquire about classes and locations.

Linda serves on the faculty of Vero Beach Museum of Art, Florida’s largest teaching museum.  She stars in Jewelry Television’s “Jewel School” instructional DVD series for metal clay artistry, and has extensive publishing credits.

She is a member of the Florida Society of Goldsmiths, PMC Guild, Society of North American Goldsmiths, Vero Beach Art Club, Vero Art Chix, and the Vero Beach Theatre Guild. 

Linda’s artistic passions and accomplishments extend to stage acting, fashion design and mixed media.  She was educated at the University of Central Florida and has studied jewelry design from renowned artists in the US and Mexico.