My work serves as a visual conversation in contrast and relationship, (both visual and human), one in which asymmetry and repetition are centrally involved. I am influenced by natural elements, history and architecture and my work is marked by a strong focus on texture.
Reclamation of leftover materials is integral to my work, allowing materials to drive design choices so that I can react to what is readily available.
My work is rarely linear, the outcome often being realized after a piece is finished organically. The inherently personal nature of wearable art furthers the idea of relationship; the wearer serving as both the viewer and the setting.
Education:
Kutztown University, 1986-90
Awards:
The Martin Agency Sustainability Award, Craft+Design 2019
Shows and Events:
2024, CLUSTER, London
2022, Truth Be Told, Two Villages Art Society, NH
2020, Redeemed, The Smithery, Columbus, OH
2019, UNTAMED, Gallery Route One, Point Reyes Station, CA
2018, Solo show, Bellefonte Art Museum, Bellefonte PA
2018, Common Thought, Hanover PA
2015, Bellefonte Art Museum, Bellefonte PA
2014, Buffalo Creek Gallery, Shelby NC
2013, Adorned, Danforth Gallery, Livingston MT
2010, Featured State Artist, The State Museum of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg PA
Publications:
Mastering Contemporary Jewelry Design
Polymer Clay Global Perspectives
Belle Armoire
Polymer Clay Daily
Handmade in PA
Voila
Indie Fixx
Love My Art Jewelry
Scoutie Girl
Parole de Pate
Tractor Girl
Step by Step Wire Jewelry
Polymer Arts