Jewelry design is an extension of my art training, interest and experience. My work is characterized by clean lines, attention to detail and relationships, iridescent color, as well as metallics against black and is influenced by the work of Klee, the cubists and nature.

All of my work is handmade and the designs are original. I concentrate on producing necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and pins using a variety of materials including:

* sterling silver, copper & niobium
* fresh water pearls
* vintage & hand made glass beads
* semi-precious stone beads
* clay & metal beads

One of my special loves is Dichroic Glass. Many of my pieces are one-of-a-kind but others can be replicated.

I have been involved in the creative process in one form or another for most of my life. I received my formal art training at the Chicago Art Institute, Northwestern University and the Illinois Institute of Technology. I have been showing my work at local galleries, studios and invitational shows in the Cleveland area for the last 12 years. I am a member of the Ohio Designer Craftsmen, American Crafts, ACCI and the Ohio Artists Guild. If you are interested in visiting the websites of some wonderful bead artists whom I have collaborated with or admire, please visit our Links page.