Raissa Bump

Raissa Bump is an artist born in the North East who is currently working in the San Francisco Bay area. She received her BFA from Rhode Island School of Design in 2003. Since graduation she has had her own studio making jewelry and knitwear. She views her studio practice as one of collaboration, joining materials and techniques of the clothing and jewelry she is making. Her inspiration often stems from the incredible history of all that is worn on the body--she is thrilled to contribute her own designs to the rich history of adornment! Raissa’s work is fueled by a direct, tactile response to the contrasting materials of metal and fiber, loving them each for their unique qualities such as strength, flexibility, or color. There is an emphasis on structure, or lack of; how much is apparent and how much is concealed.