Before discovering his passion for jewelry, Alec Niño worked as a nurse—a profession he chose out of conviction. But the Colombian healthcare system put his dedication to the test. Amidst his doubts, friends opened his eyes to new perspectives: One of them, a woodcarver, awakened Alec's curiosity for creative work with his hands. On his recommendation, Alec attended the Escuela de Artes y Oficios Santo Domingo—and there, instead of woodworking, he discovered silversmithing.

Today, Alec weaves silver as if it were yarn. His technique is reminiscent of Peruvian metal crochet, inspired by memories of his knitting grandmother. His jewelry—large earrings, imposing rings, necklaces resembling plant skin—are statements. Motifs such as the tingua birds of Bogotá, dandelions, and abstracted blossoms reflect Colombia's natural splendor. Alec oxidizes and enamels his metals, allowing them to shimmer in colors as if nature itself had provided the design.

Alec Niño stands for jewelry that blurs boundaries – between art and craft, between jewelry and sculpture. And he shows that sometimes you need to take a detour to find your true calling.