Armando in the Equinest Magazine

What a surprise when Paige emailed asking to interview Armando for a widely read print magazine for equestrians. When asked whether or not he was a horse lover, he responded that he became one vicariously after having met a million dollar black Fresian stallion in Richmond.

I think this interview about Armando's horseshoe nail jewelry sealed it!

www.theequinest.com/armando-suarez/

Armando on YouTube

Busy, busy days - shows, travel, making jewelry stock!!!

Well, Armando finally made it on the tube and I don’t mean the tele. Internet jewelry radio talk show host, Mona Hair, spent an hour with him talking about everything from his hippy days on the art scene to why he named some of his pieces after a cat. Thanks Mona!

Check it out on:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWlAu6Orve0

Be back soon,
Koko

Where in the world is Armando's Jewelry?

People have been asking us where to find Armando's horseshoe nail jewelry in shops and such. I thought this might be a good place to highlight some of the unusual studios that are home to Armando's work. Be sure to come visit us.
~Thanks, Koko

Gallery Onancock
8 North Street
Onancock, Virginia
(757) 787-3136

Small Town - Big Art
An eclectic mix of women and art
Shore residents Roz Anderson, Phyllis Ward and Roxanne Wolf combine the works of local artists with their own travel collections to create an unusually unique, if not unprecedented, gallery experience.





Bishop's Stock
202 W. Green Street
Snowhill, Maryland
(410) 632-3555

On the site of a 19th century livery stable. Ann & Randy Coates showcase the work of local Delmarva artists in a unique and exciting setting with upscale sophistication.



"Art for Discerning Collectors"

The Riverview Gallery
1 High Street in Portsmouth, Virginia
(757) 397-3207

owner operated by artists Wayne Potrafka and Arlene Kramer Lampman.

The 'Fab' "O" Gallery in Onancock!

Three amazing women: Roz, Phyllis & Rox, are behind the elegantly understated neon “O” that glows in the picture window at 8 North Street in Onancock. While it’s clearly meant to stand for the “O” in Onancock, it’s just as easy to see it as short for “Ohh!” or “Ooh” because that’s what everyone’s reaction to the place is. It is as captivating and charming as the 3 who run it and Armando is thrilled to have his work represented there along with so many other Eastern Shore artists and artisans.

Their hours are Wednesday – Saturday: 10-4 and Sundays from 12-4pm.
757-787-3136
Info@galleryonancock.com

What is it with Armando and that 1979 Volkswagen Van?

A picture is definitely worth more than one thousand ninety seven words in this case. He thinks this photo was taken somewhere between 1974 and 1979 (he’s the one on the right in the beret, by the way.)
P.S. Armando still uses a coffee pot like this for his Bustelo coffee in the mornings. Some things really do never change!

A lot of people say that the 70s were the best of times for them and when he finally found the time to travel, that didn’t necessarily mean that he was determined to cross only physical borders. What’s wrong with a little time travel?

In honor of his new - old van, Armando has started on a new line of Peace Sign Jewelry. Come see it and celebrate your wild years.

Come see us with the new van at the shows,
KoKo

Not Your Grandmother’s Brooch ...

Tis the season of conspicuous jewelry and more is more when it comes right down to it.

Worn in multiples (like 3 from Mom’s archives) or unusual placements - closing a cami or a wrap - these become instant outfit updaters.

OR …

Wear one important piece like Armando’s newest 'Koko' (see left) that, by the way, slips easily onto a chain to convert to a pendant when your mood swings

AND

then go crazy with a bracelet like 'Pastis' (see below).

Holiday Joy,
Koko

Artist Found For Prized Piece of 70s Horseshoe Nail Jewelry!

Amazing as it may seem, we were at the Equine Extravaganza located in the Richmond Raceway Complex in Richmond, VA over Halloween weekend and Elaine (pictured above with Armando) took one look at Armando’s jewelry and immediately suspected that he was the genius behind a piece that her sister purchased for her many years ago at a thrift store in Greenville, North Carolina.

“I actually didn’t wonder much, I was quite certain he had to be the artist, and I couldn’t wait to bring it in the next day to verify my suspicions! My sister was the one who actually bought it and it quickly became one of my favorite pieces, and I’ve gotten sooo many compliments on it and love explaining that it is made from farriers’ nails. Now I will be able to add that I’ve met the artist: Armando Suarez!!!!!!!!!!!”

What a find for all of us and many thanks again to Elaine!

Have a safe holiday,
KoKo