Gilding the Lily Since 1989...

I've been busy working with some new forms in the studio this month, inspired by the vesica piscis (the fish-shaped intersection that forms when two circles overlap), and an incredible antique ring I saw in an estate jewelry shop. I found some beautiful stones and beads at the Asheville gem show in January, so some of those appear in these new pieces, and some will work their way onto the website soon... To see all of the new work I've posted, visit New Work.

I hope that my work conveys a sense of humor, warmth and elegance. I believe in jewelry’s potential to be symbolic, sentimental, superfluous, necessary, and even hopeful. To minimize my impact on the environment, I use recycled metal, look for responsibly mined gemstones, and use non-toxic material wherever possible.

In much of my jewelry, I use the remarkable lost-wax casting process. It enables me to transform soft, pliable wax into intricate metal objects. I leave marks on my pieces that emphasize that they are made by hands. Each cast piece is unique.

Visit my museum section to see the Gallery of Past Work, which includes Earrings, Rings, Necklaces, and Brooches. And if you would like to tour my studio and see some things I find wildly amusing, go to Curious Things You Might Need to See.

I also make custom jewelry in consultation with clients, incorporating their own personal meaning and materials. If you have any questions or would like to discuss a custom order, please contact me.

Thank you for visiting!