I enjoy working in an art form that brings joy to so many people. For me, the process with all its challenges , the elements of nature that I work with daily and the satisfaction of seeing people express themselves through my art work is rewarding .
I draw on the history of jewelry for my inspiration. I am influenced by the fabrication of ancient Egypt and the hard-edge design elements of Art Deco to the Fifties for my lost wax work. I have always been fascinated with gems and minerals, which are a big part of my one-of-a-kind pieces. I am always seeking something new and innovative as well as practical to be a hallmark in my work.
In college, I studied graphic design with a focus on advertising art and airbrush illustration. Those talent brought me to a commercial design studio in Hollywood, CA. While working in Ad art I spent all my spare time making and studying art jewelry. In 1973 I moved to beautiful Carmel,CA. to pursue jewelry full time. Establishing a studio gallery of my work which we closed after 49 years to pursue this yet adventure..