The Cultured Pearl Association of America Inc., and the International Pearl Design Competition have announced their 2017-2018 Award Winners. Our very own Dan Telleen was named a Commendation Award Winner!  Congratulations Dan on this huge recognition of your talent, creativity and unique vision!

Quoted from their press release:
“Pearl is the artist’s muse. Jewelry brings forth the fullest and highest expression.” 

“Aziz Basalely, President of the Cultured Pearl Association of America, Inc. announces winners’ of the 2017-2018 International Design competition. “We are proud to report entries from 19 countries. Our global reach increases year after year resulting in increased exposure for pearls, this is our goal” Basaely reported.”

Karats is featured on page 23 of Art Magazine.  Click on the magazine to read the article.