monique purguy

monique is one of sevenminusseven gems. she never makes anything twice, all art must be done once.

about work in this exhibit

monique uses repurposed natural materials. she has provided us with a collection that represents trees and seasons. each piece harbors hundreds of zarovwski crystal beads.

about monique

Born in Paris, I left my job with Christian Dior and arrived in St. Thomas on Thanksgiving in 1955. Graduated from Washington School of arts with special mention. Costumer in residence at U.V.I. since 1985. Special award at the Caribbean Colors in 1990. My favorite subject are nature and big cats. My work is in Europe,  Canada and the Three America.