Podcast: Selling the Art of Custom

Jewelry artist and gallery owner Llyn Strong made her first piece of jewelry in 1972, igniting a passion that developed into a now 40-year career. During that time she’s built a reputation as an innovative, successful, and sought-after custom jewelry maker and business owner. With multiple design awards under her belt, including an Honorable Mention in the 2019 MJSA Vision Awards competition for her Amazing Grace cuff bracelet, Llyn is also recognized for her expertly crafted signature collections. Her store, Llyn Strong Fine Art Jewelry, located in Greenville, South Carolina, features her own lines and serves as a showroom and studio for her custom services.

In this episode, Strong discusses how she got started making jewelry, the story behind the creation of her award-winning cuff bracelet, and how she approaches marketing and selling her custom design services.