Inspired by the many shapesfound in everyday objects, botanical forma, and architecture, I use simple elements in repetition to build up richly textured patterns and interesting forms. In my work, the negative space between the metals plays just as important a part as the positive space. It lets the pattern brethe. I like the simplistic yet powerful presence created visually with multiples.

Kinetic movement is also an important element in my vocabulary. MOvement adds new dimensions to a piece all the time. by constantly changing and making subtle noises, the piece grabs the wearer and invites them to stop and view the piece a bit closer.

All of my pieces are hand fabricated by myself. by using tradiaional jewelry technieuques, steel stakes and a hydraulic press, I am able to create hollow forms as well as repetisiou shapes. Most of my pieces are constructed in sterling silver, 22k/sterling bi-metal and copper, which I like to patina black.

Along with the help of my mother, I hand-weave the silk cording that is used in my pieces. This tecnhique is a traditional Japanese craft called Kumihimo. Hand-dyed silk threads wrapped around weighted spools are braided in various ways to create a woven cord on a wooden, circular loom. The Kumihimo craft has been part of their culture for centuries. Having learned this technique on a recent trip to Japan, I enjoy the concept of comgining contemporary designs with an old historical hand craft of my ancestors.