Gelareh Golchin was born in Rasht, Iran in 1970. “This Northern region of the country is close to the Caspian Sea, where greens, blues, and the hues of sunset flow together. My pieces are inspired by my cultural background, the fine details in Persian tiles, rugs, and calligraphy which make my pieces unique.”

Most of her pieces are made with 18K gold and silver, some with old fabrics that have metallic accents and semi-precious stones. Many of her pieces also include the paisley pattern: “Legend has it that {paisley} is the sign of a Cyprus tree, bowing to the wind.”