Artist Statement

As a young child, I grew up with a mother who was a dressmaker and an artist.  I was fascinated with the beautiful colors, patterns and textures of her rich and exotic fabrics.  I watched as a flat piece of fabric emerged into a moving form.  It was from that early time in my life which sparked my love of color and texture.

I have always enjoyed working with my hands.  From working with leather, to life drawing, it wasn't about the end result, but more about the creative process.  I started making jewelry in 1999.  I first began with beading and then metalsmithing.  The first time I saw solder flow, I was hooked.  For five years, I immersed myself in classes and workshops.  In 2003, I discovered polymer clay.  Ironically, I have never taken a class and am self-taught.  I have spent many hours experimenting with this medium in developing my own voice.  Yet, throughout these years, I have always done bead crochet.  There is something about its meditative rhythmic movements that are very relaxing for me.  When my work evokes a passion, I'm transported back to my childhood memories.  I am that child again in the playground of my senses.