Most people try to avoid insects at all costs, but that didn\u2019t stop Mizuki Tsurutaka from putting them front and center in her art. She\u2019s the founder of Black Barc Jewelry, and her creations often celebrated the understated beauty of beetles, ladybugs, and other insects.\n\n\n\n
Tsurutaka became interested in making jewelry while still in college, and she founded her own brand in 2011. Its name Black Barc is the love letter to traditional Japanese blacksmithing techniques since she\u2019s committed to hand-forging her jewelry instead of relying on molds.\n\n\n\n
Ever since Black Barc Jewelry opened its doors, Tsurutaka hand-crafted several collections inspired by nature. The brand\u2019s signature \u201cHebi\u201d line was inspired by snakes, and they also found success with the skull-themed collection \u201cDoku\u201d and flower-themed line \u201cHana\u201d.\n\n\n\n