Julie “Jill” Quichocho Benavente

Julie “Jill” Quichocho Benavente is a traditional and contemporary Chamorro/CHamoru body ornamentation artist. Benavente carves fine jewelry from local materials such as hima (Tridacna or giant clam), Spondylus (thorny oysters), stone, cow bone, wild boar tusks, and more. Benavente has been creating and carving for more than ten years.

Marlin Tail Hair Stick with Cowrie Shells

Marlin Tail Hair Stick with Five Orange Spondylus Shells

Marlin Tail Hair Stick with Orange Spondylus Shells