Since 2006, I've been designing beaded and fine jewelry, driven by my love of past eras, and inspired by the eclecticism of the San Francisco Bay Area where I've always lived. Beadwork informs many of my designs, but in order to fully realize my concepts I came to metalsmithing about 10 years ago. Now I love to utilize both disciplines, often together, incorporating precious gems instead of beads. An increased vocabulary of craft offers new ways to communicate and grow!