Cat Bates

Radio Maine with Dr. Lisa Belisle

Jewelry designer Cat Bates began his life as an artist on Maine’s Monhegan Island. His keen observational skills yielded inspiration for future creativity, as he found beauty in the discarded fishing ropes and marine hardware that would eventually become the basis of his work. Cat would go on to pursue formal education in jewelry design at the Maine College of Art in Portland, and evolve his skills through the bracelets, necklaces and other accessories he designs, creates and sells through his eponymous business, located in Biddeford, Maine. Employing techniques like lost wax and sand casting, Cat delivers both intricate details and rugged textures. Learn about Cat Bates’ passion for and commitment to wearable art today on Radio Maine.