ARTIST STATEMENT

The sentimental value of jewelry is what draws me to it. This compact punch of meaning into a small object is what attracts me to creating jewelry. Memories, history, feelings, and time held in a small piece that one wears. The adornment of one’s body is pervasive throughout history and is something that is very personal. Jewelry, be it a ring, necklace, or earrings, can hold a vast amount of personal meaning for an individual, reminding them of a special memory when they wore it, a loved one, or an important place and time. 

Nature inspires me; the warmth of the sunlight on one’s skin, the sounds of leaves rustling in the wind or a bird’s song, and the changing of seasons all bring me joy and comfort. I want to impart those feelings into my work. I am drawn to simplicity in form, line and shape. The natural feeling created through the joining of wood, acrylic, paper and other non-traditional materials - combined with metals, is very interesting to me. With my work, I want to create pieces of jewelry that hold important meanings for those who wear them and are imbued with my love of the natural world and admiration of sleek forms.