The name fortenna comes from forte, the musical term for strength and enna, my name spelled backwards. 

I found my way back to my childhood love of art and started fortenna after years working in the United States and South America. 

I've built a studio practice around hand-sculpting jeweler’s wax, exploring form, texture, and the relationship between artistic expression and everyday life.

Music has been an inspiration for my work, along with the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi - an appreciation for simplicity and the beauty of imperfection.

I’m happy to share a selection of my designs and invite you to explore my work.

~ Anne

Anne Nichelson  |  New Bedford, Massachusetts