Artist Statement
The ordinary elements in my jewelry
evoke an emotion, a thought, a memory, or an idea. Text,
whether poetic, romantic, or inspirational is an important
part of my work.
I invite the wearer to fiddle with, look at closely, peer
into the front, sides and back of the piece. They are for
inspiration, consolation, stimulation, remembrance, comfort,
and enjoyment.
When a common object is placed in a world of its own, away
from its customary environment, there is a mystery about
it that we sense for the first time, or feel in a new way.
I have come to the conclusion, there is nothing ordinary
in our world or ordinary about our lives. It is only our
perception. It is our consciousness that is dulled by routine
and overload.
I want to awaken the observer to notice and to consider
the fragility, strength, mystery, and beauty that lies concealed
and disguised in the familiar objects all around us.
