Nature-inspired pieces celebrating beauty in imperfection.

Born in Montreal, Canada, it's easy to see why and how Michele Scholnick finds her inspiration in nature.

Scholnick's Jewelry is a celebration of nature’s beauty. It is handcrafted with a touch of elegance and a dash of playfulness. Inspired by the life cycles of nature, her work is a thing of wonder. From budding sprouts to fallen leaves, each piece reflects the organic forms and textures found in the world around us.

Scholnick finds her muse in quiet moments walking her dogs on the beach, exploring new places while traveling, and observing the simple yet profound details of the natural world. What results is nature-inspired jewelry unlike anything else.

Every piece of gold branch jewelry by Michele Scholnick is meticulously hand-carved in her Venice Beach studio. The artist’s approach uses the traditional lost wax process. Working with sterling silver, 14 and 18K gold, and sparkling diamonds, Scholnick creates jewelry that is minimalistic yet textured. Her creations are designed to feel as comfortable as they are elegant.

Her canine companions often join her in the studio, adding a touch of joy and whimsy to the creative process. And that joy can be seen in each element of her gold branch jewelry. Pieces seem to spring to life, carrying an energy in every intricate shift or movement.

Scholnick Jewelry is more than adornment. It’s a tribute to the harmony of nature, crafted for those who cherish beauty and meaning in the little things.

Discover the beauty of nature for yourself. Consider one of Scholnick’s wondrous nature-inspired jewelry pieces below. We’re sure you’ll find a timeless piece to cherish.

A Celebration of Artistry

At Alara Jewelry, we love discovering and celebrating artists like Michele Scholnick. Her nature inspired gold jewelry is a testament to why we do what we do. Connecting stylish and savvy shoppers with the jewelry collections that celebrate makers, artists, and more simply inspires us.

We strive to discover and celebrate talented designers crafting some of today’s finest and most stunning works. From classic jewelry to eye-catching new trends, our featured designers continuously wow us with their creations. And their hard work and inspiration are available to you, here at Alara.

Browse our selections online to see the latest creations from your favorite designers like Michele Scholnick.

In addition to Michele’s fine work, we offer jewelry pieces from countless celebrated artisans. From nature inspired gold jewelry to refined and minimalist foundation pieces, we cater to countless aesthetics. Our selection of fine jewelry across the labels we carry are refined, elegant, and sure to add a touch of style to your wardrobe.

Pieces span the gamut of styles and aesthetics, from Montana sapphire jewelry to earrings, pendants, necklaces, and more. View our latest pieces online, or visit our store in Bozeman, Montana to see new selections in person.

Discover high quality jewelry designs from renowned artists when you discover your next piece of jewelry here at Alara.