Colby Byrd

Colby S. Byrd is the jewelry designer, creative director, and owner of Shelton Metal. He attended East Carolina University’s Metal Design program in America and studied under world-renowned metal smiths and contemporary jewelers. After spending several months in Italy for an art program, Colby was able to bring home the inspiration and skills needed to begin his own journey in 2013. While in Italy, he was able to attend workshops in enameling and contemporary design with some of the top designers in the region. Now, living back in America, he often travels the World for inspiration and collaborations to expand his brand and craft. Much of Shelton Metal designs are inspired by the depths of the sea; treasures that hold integrity to their origins whether they are recycled heirlooms or new sustainably sourced materials. He’s techniques are raw, minimal, and organic with a true custom touch to each element. Many treasures are hand carved and cast with inlayed gems or hand fabricated and forged using recycled gold.