Menomonie, WI I've always experienced the world as both a mover and a maker. It is how I learn. It is how I best communicate.​Over 30 yrs. ago, while pursuing my first career as a modern dancer, I also began to dabble in jewelry making. For me, dance was a collaborative and public expression whereas jewelry making was solitary and private. It also took me out of the frenetic urban environments where I lived, to places of natural beauty where I collected the found treasures that would later become the center pieces of my jewelry work. Gradually, my 2 creative passions shifted in importance and I became primarily a metalsmith first and an occasional, yet enthusiastic dabbler in dance!​My original impetus for making jewelry was born out of practicality, a desire to find a way to carry with me and show off the treasures that I found on my adventures. The beach stones, shells, twigs, moss, and sea glass were tangible reminders of these journeys. ​My jewelry designs are simple yet bold, and are always about finding thoughtful ways of showcasing the found element. I do most of my treasure hunting not far from my home on the shores of both Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. I hand fabricate each piece using sterling silver that I oxidize and complete with a matte finish.​My pieces are a way for me to share my experiences and are constant reminders of our connection in this grand universe.