Brienna Hall is the artist behind Shrine Jewelry, a line of handcrafted adornment rooted in ritual, symbolism, and ancient technique. From her studio on the rugged Mendocino Coast, she draws inspiration from the cosmos, plant life, and the divine—infusing each piece with a sense of reverence and intentionality. Her work blends traditional metalworking methods such as sand casting, keum-boo, and fusing with textile techniques like knitted and crocheted chain, resulting in one-of-a-kind and small-batch pieces that embody both power and beauty.
With a background in sculpture and fiber arts from the Kansas City Art Institute, Brienna’s practice centers on material transformation and the power of adornment to shape and elevate daily experience. Her pieces explore themes of memento mori, personal mythology, and sacred function—serving not only as adornment but as ceremonial tools and symbolic vessels.
A dedicated educator, Brienna has taught workshops across Northern California and is expanding her teaching practice internationally, including an upcoming course in Italy. She offers classes in sand casting, Argentium silverwork, and keum-boo, all with a focus on technical skill, personal expression, and the intentional act of making.. Through both her art and teaching, Brienna invites a return to the sacred in everyday life—honoring the body as a shrine and adornment as a form of devotion.
