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Art jewelry is a form of communication, artist to wearer and wearer to viewer. Whether it is in the form of a medallion or ring, made from found objects or precious metal, jewelry sends very specific messages. Jewelry may communicate that a woman in soon to be married, a soldier has returned a hero, an individual is remembered, or simply that the wearer wishes to call attention to a specific part of their body. While not every piece of jewelry is wrought with symbolism, throughout time we have continued to embrace its ability to express individuality.
My work communicates my thoughts and desires. Sometimes I use symbols to hint at the things I want most: security, comfort, and understanding. Often my work is bold and straight-forward, full of resolution. My jewelry ensures that I am heard and understood.
In either case you, the wearer, will most likely be responding to my work’s graphic qualities, simplicity, or elegance. Once my work leaves my bench it is out of my hands, literally and figuratively. You, the wearer, complete the process. You decide how to adjust and place my work to suit your needs. The work now identifies you.
We all have a story to tell, jewelry provides us with opportunities to connect and share those stories. Though sometimes my intentions may be lost in translation, my greatest hope is that you will discover or, better yet, create your own significance in each piece.