Ken Fury

Ken Fury (Kenneth Marez Jr.) sculpts otherworldly shapes and organic organisms, like creatures, animals, spirits, and trees. Each piece of jewelry is a character with its own story that often shows growth, transformation, and rebirth. Ken's jewelry emerges from his interdisciplinary universe, carrying over the themes and visual symbolism of his paintings, as well as the dynamic energy, fluidity, sharp angles, and rhythmic momentum shaped by his background in dance and music.
Inspired by his roots, Ken honors his Nuevomexicano and Indigenous Genízaro heritage from southern Colorado and New Mexico. His work reflects centuries of cultural blending, incorporating Spanish silversmithing traditions, Indigenous symbolism, and turquoise craftsmanship. Through his original vision, Ken preserves and evolves these traditions.
Every piece of jewelry is handmade by Ken using traditional metalsmithing techniques such as hand-fabrication, carving, and lost-wax casting. He does not use CAD, 3D printing, or AI. He began teaching himself in 2006 and later studied at Studio Jewelers Ltd. in Manhattan, graduating in 2009. Since then, he has developed a distinctive style focused on one-of-a-kind and limited-edition fine art jewelry. He works with the finest metals, precious stones, fossils, and rare gems, including turquoise mined from his home area in the American Southwest.
Ken makes each piece with the utmost attention to detail to ensure its durability, wearability, and originality. His jewelry and paintings have been exhibited in galleries and museums and featured in publications. He currently resides in New York City, where he creates all of his artwork