Cody Sanderson was raised in Window Rock, Arizona and is of Diné descent. His career in jewelry making began in 1999 after several years of working as a traveling sales representative for a jewelry company. Cody learned his craft by experimenting, asking questions of other jewelers and taking classes on techniques such as tufa casting.
Cody’s first showing at the world renowned Indian Market in Santa Fe in 2002 immediately won the notice of collectors. Since then, Cody has received numerous prestigious awards and honors including Best of Show (2008) at the Heard Museum for his rendition of a sterling silver Rubik’s Cube. Cody’s work has also been featured in numerous books and magazines including Contemporary Southwestern Jewelry by Diana Pardue and Trend Magazine’s Master Artisans series. Cody was awarded Smithsonian and SWAIA Fellowships, an honor which only a select few are granted.
Cody’s use of both traditional and contemporary themes provide the inspiration to create truly unique pieces. He works primarily in sterling silver and 18-karat gold though he does sometimes enjoy working in aluminum, copper, stainless steel and 14-karat gold. He uses varied techniques such as casting, forging, fusing, repousse, and stamping. He is always working to create pieces that keep the eyes and imagination dancing.
Cody creates from his studio in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Check out his website at www.codysanderson.com.
