"I am very sensitive to shapes, textures, and finishes, and view everything I see in terms of references for my work. I collect objects, new and used, and keep them in my studio for inspiration, and they often sit on my shelves until an idea just comes to me one day. I like movement and enjoy creating mechanisms that allow for it. Humor is important in my work and my live, a very direct humor that is slightly bemused. What I like best is creating something that has never existed before.
My jewelry is known for its clean, uncomplicated and contemporary lines. Bold lines and an up-front whimsy prevail. Tiny toys and three-dimensional sculptural jewelry are my favorite avenues of creation. I love the intimate scale that this work provides both as the maker and as a viewer, and I love watching the reaction of discovery when others notive the tiny and unexpected details within my work.
I work primarily in precious metals and combine them mostly with found objects. I utilize a variety of traditional metalsmithing and silversmithing techniques, including fabrication, soldering, riveting, raising, dapping, forging, and stone setting. All of my jewelry is fabricated by hand. I prefer to do one-of-a-kind pieces; if I choose to duplicate a design, there are always subtle differences in the subsequent work.
My artistic journey began as a small child and throughout my growing up as I experimented with beading, ceramics, sewing and textiles, glass, painting, sculpture, music, and more. I have always had my art as a foundation to create, an outlet to ground my otherwise busy life.
