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I had a bit of a slow year in terms of making, with so much else going on in my life.  But what I did make felt more authentic than anything I’ve ever made before. I feel like I’m finally hitting a style that is truly all me, and I think that’s because I focusedContinue reading “New Year, New Styles”

What does the word “rebel” mean to you? In my opinion, you can’t just put on the uniform of counter culture and claim the fruits of that labor. Despite my fondness for them, you can’t just “stick a skull and spikes on it” and turn “edgy”. Listening to loud music doesn’t make you “punk rock”.Continue reading “Rebel! Rebel?”

Does anyone else ask the question “who am I?” as much as an artist does?  You kind of have to do it in the process of every work of art you create. Does this represent me? Am I being derivative? Do I want anyone else to look at this? What’s my message? What do IContinue reading “Finding My Voice in Metal”

Now in my Etsy shop, I have a new collection of jewelry.  The collection is hand crafted using polymer clay and genuine gemstones.  My inspiration comes from nature, culture, architecture, and music.  Below are samples from my collection.  Free U.S. Shipping with coupon code FREESHIP. Punk Rocks Gaia Rocks Moon Rocks Birds

Lately, one of my inspirations has come directly from nature.  I have been very interested in rocks.  What I love about rocks, is that the more  they are flawed, the more interesting they are.  People tend to value flawless things, like diamonds with no visible inclusions.  For me, after spending 8 years selling diamonds inContinue reading “Gemstones, Bodies, and Flaws”

Woman is the arbiter of creation The keeper of life Woman is love, beauty, and wisdom The flora of the world Woman is vulnerable and strong Don’t treat her wrong For without her, all is gone. A girl is all the hope for the future The guardian of laughter A girl is smiles and trialsContinue reading “Woman”