ARTIST'S SPOTLIGHT - monika seitter

I first came across Monika’s work on Instagram back in 2020 when I had just launched my page.

At the time, I had no more than 100 followers, but I shared one of her rings—and, to my surprise, she immediately reached out to thank me and started following my page. As my page grew, so did my admiration for Monika’s work.

Over the years, we’ve stayed in touch, exchanging ideas and supporting each other. She has shared many of her stunning pieces with me, and because I love her style and vision, I’ve been more than happy to share them with others. It’s rare to maintain an online connection for five years, but our relationship has lasted thanks to mutual respect and a shared passion for jewelry.

Recently, I nominated Monika’s work for the DISCOVER program at NYC Jewelry Week because her creations deserve to be seen. Beyond their unique beauty, her jewellery reflects a deeper story—one of dedication, craftsmanship, and an endless pursuit of innovation. Monika is a true one-woman powerhouse, and I can’t wait to see where her journey takes her next.

MONIKA SEITTER

I learned jewelry making from scratch, first training as a goldsmith before completing a master’s degree in product design. From the beginning, I have had a strong drive to bring my own ideas to life. This passion led me to start my own business while still studying, dedicating time to researching and experimenting with ways to bring my collection to reality.

My goal has always been to introduce color into jewelry in a way that goes beyond traditional colored stones. I have explored and tested countless materials—an exciting yet challenging process—since only a select few meet the standards required for jewelry collections in terms of durability, skin compatibility, functionality, aesthetics, and ergonomics.

Jewelry is a beautiful fusion of craftsmanship, design, originality, and carefully chosen materials. I find it fascinating how so many essential design principles can be encapsulated in a small piece, like a ring—my personal favorite.

One of the biggest challenges today is finding the right marketplace. Over the past decade, many exceptional jewelry shops have disappeared, and there aren’t enough new ones that truly appreciate unique, handcrafted pieces. As a result, I have chosen to focus more on one-of-a-kind jewelry. Producing mass-market jewelry at consistent quality and pricing is becoming increasingly difficult, especially with the ever-rising cost of materials.

For these reasons, my future jewelry collections will consist more and more of exclusive, individually crafted pieces made from carefully selected materials. Each piece will be unique—just like the people who wear them.