Originally intending to pursue a career in art, Dorothy Bauer attended
Indiana University for undergraduate degrees in Fine Arts with an emphasis on
Ceramics & a BA from the Dept. of Independant Studies for setting up a
glassblowing facility; at CCAC in Oakland, CA. she was awarded her MFA degree
(with highest honors) in 1981.
Further studies took Ms. Bauer to the experimental glassworkshop in NYC where
she was a guest artist and invited to produce a collection but it was her
commercial muse that led her to the world of jewelry!
Recognized throughout the costume jewelry industry, Dorothy has carved a
niche for her jewelry and has been recognized in a variety of books
including: Chairmania by George Beylerian, Christmas Pins Past & Present by
Jill Gallina, Christmas Jewelry by Mary Morrison (1st & 2nd editions),
Christmas Tree Pins - O Christmas Tree by Nancy Trowbridge, and due out in
2003 - Jill Gallina's new book of Christmas Pins!
During one of her bi-annual tours, that included stops in Philadelphia and
New York, JewelCollect's Jenny Stephens caught up Ms. Bauer. Readers are
welcome to view inventory from the show and learn more about Dorothy Bauer at: