Artist's Statement
I, as an artist, feel that the beauty in a rock can be
magnified in the right hands. I strive to bring to light, the beauty that
millions of years has brought forth in a stone. My goal is to create art
that is not limited to a wall or a nook in your house, but art that is
free to express itself and your style in a glance. I create works of art
that can be worn, so that the wearer can feel a sense of connection to the
past and to the earth. With this connection I hope the wearer will feel
beautiful and filled with pride. In this artistic pursuit not only will I
release my artistic energy but I will have the amazing ability to pass
that energy on.
Most of my work is done with gemstones. These
gemstones may come in various forms, such as beads, cabochons or rough
stones. Whether it is a rock on the beach or a precious gem, my goal is to
turn each gift of nature into something that can be enjoyed and treasured.
To complement the true beauty of a stone I also utilize various metals,
clay and string components. My theme is never predetermined yet stumbled
upon when surrounded by all the colors, textures and shapes that various
beads and gemstones offer. I find inspiration in everything around me, but
mainly within myself.
I have beaded since I was a little girl. I was so enthralled to make something beautiful from a few beads. Jewelry became the obvious choice to release my artistic ideas.
When I began making jewelry professionally, the joy I felt as a child came back to rejuvenate my spirit. In the course of making jewelry, destiny brought me back to the gemstones I once collected as a child. I remember my grandmother bringing me a rock that was used to make matches; I was captivated at the thought that such a beautiful yellow rock could be so much more. I have come a long way in my pursuit to express my self and my love of gemstones.
I strive to take my bead work to a new level, a level of artistic inspiration. I hope to accomplish this by learning new skills, including my new found love for metal working and most of all by doing what makes me happy. After all if there is no joy in it, is it still art?