The New Silversmith: Innovative, Sustainable Techniques for Creating Nature-Inspired Jewelry - Hardcoverby Nicole Ringgold (Author) In The New Silversmith, jewelry artist Nicole Ringgold shares her cutting edge sculptural torchwork techniques for creating hand fabricated, nature inspired jewelry in sterling silver. Taking an innovative approach that challenges metalworking's conventional wisdom, Ringgold creates intricate designs by fusing and carving scraps, and minimizes the need for chemicals by using tools in visionary ways. . Essentials. An