(Monzy) - Monique Lee-Vassell

Alchemy is the art of transformation—of metal, of mind, of spirit. As a silversmith, writer, and energy worker, I craft artifacts that bridge the physical and the metaphysical, infusing each piece with intention, symbolism, and history. My work is an exploration of touch and transmutation, a practice rooted in both ancient traditions and personal evolution.

My journey as a writer sharpened my ability to weave narrative and intention, and my many years as a dancer deepened my connection to the body as a vessel of story and transformation. Now, through silversmithing, I sculpt directly from the human form, casting fingerprints, gestures, and organic textures into wearable relics—artifacts that are as much talismanic as they are adornment.

My creative practice is deeply influenced by ancient alchemy, particularly the belief that metal, like the human spirit, can be refined into something more luminous. Silver, with its connection to intuition and frequency, serves as my primary medium. Through my work, I seek to remind people of their own inherent magic—their ability to transmute, refine, and embody transformation.

Beyond the metal, my artistry extends into words, community spaces, and storytelling. Whether through writing, curation, or the physicality of silver, my work exists at the intersection of the seen and unseen. I create for those who seek more than adornment—I create for those who seek to embody their own alchemy.