About Elaine Chong

A Jewelry designer and visual artist, Elaine Chong is interested in focusing on the deep sentimental bonds that form between the artwork and the viewer. Chong creates what she calls 'heirloom paintings'. Generally one would associate the term heirloom with jewelry but because she is a jewelry designer exploring this designation interests her. Chong finds that painting is another medium that she can use to evoke a sense of cherished value, making each piece not just an object of beauty but a personal treasure.

Chong lives in Summit, New Jersey. She holds a M.F.A. from Montclair State University and has been included in numerous residencies and retreats; some of which include, Cooper Union School of Art, Geraldine R. Dodge, The Printmaking Center of NJ and Haystack Mountain School of Craft. Her work has been exhibited Nationally.