This collection, created between 1988 and 1995, was carefully chosen by artist Heidi Endemann and her husband, Don, who were deeply moved by the profound themes embodied in Lewis’s jewelry. The late 1980s and early 1990s were an extremely intense and heart-wrenching time, marked by the AIDS crisis, which affected countless lives and sparked endless conversations about identity and resilience. During this period, Heidi and her husband were introduced to Keith Lewis’s work at the former Susan Cummins Gallery in Mill Valley, California, and were struck by the strength both the artist and gallerist displayed in showcasing these works. As Heidi stated,“I was amazed by the courage it took.”Each piece in this collection speaks to the power of Lewis’s artistic expression and its capacity to reflect the human experience. Although created to address a specific time, their message continues to resonate today.

E-catalog for Keith Lewis | selected works: 1988-1995