Currently, I share a studio and storefront with my friend, Skyler Dunfey, who is also a metalsmith. We are located in the Knoles Village Square in Flagstaff, AZ. Come visit us!
Who the heck is Haley Jacoby?
Hi there, I’m Haley! I am originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, but I currently live in Flagstaff, Arizona. I have been doing ceramics off and on for most of my life- my dad is a potter so I’ve been exposed to clay from a young age. I have been doing ceramics more consistently since 2020. I didn’t have access to ceramics classes in middle school or high school- so I consider myself somewhat of a late bloomer.
Over the past 8 years, I have been taking classes at various colleges to hone my craft and access facilities. I currently do not have a kiln, so I am finishing pieces at NAU where I studied Art Education. As far as jewelry making goes, I took an intro to metalsmithing class in 2016, and fell in love. I didn’t have a lot of tools or space to work at the beginning of my journey, and the passion took a pause until 2019 when I moved to Flagstaff. Originally, I was working on a child’s desk in my bedroom. I slowly upgraded my tools and studio situation.
I find myself inspired by organic shapes. I love nature- the ocean and all of its inhabitants, mushrooms, trees, plant life, etc. Ever since I could remember, I have always loved beachcombing. Walking anywhere I could be found searching the ground for cool rocks and findings.
It’s been an incredible journey prioritizing my creativity and passions. Thank you for being here and supporting me along the way! I look forward to what the future holds.