About
Traditional process meets modern adornment.
…and I love labradorite.
All design, forming, and fabrication are entirely original and crafted by hand. Sheets of metal are shaped into sculptural, volumetric forms that become one-of-a-kind accessories—built to last and created with the potential to become future heirlooms.
My studio practice is deeply rooted in traditional tools and techniques. I work with an extensive collection of customized tools, including repurposed steel railroad tracks, spikes, and hammer heads transformed into contoured stakes. These tools allow for a wide range of applications, supporting the creation of distinctive metal works through time-honored forming processes.
Across cultures, decoration tells a story. It expresses personal style and meaning, often signaling what people value or hold close. Traditional Native American pottery, with its purposeful shapes and repeating patterns, has strongly influenced my creative ideas. The simplicity and rhythm of these lines coming together continues to inspire how I approach decorative design.
Nature is the primary source of inspiration for my work. Time spent on ozark trails, along riverbanks, coastal paths, and in the mountains allows me to slow down, observe, and take in natural wonders that spark new ideas & inspiration. Botanicals such as leaves, petals, bark, and wing-like structures—rich in pattern and texture—are central to my signature style. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted as a one-of-a-kind creation, ensuring no two are ever the same, much like the individuals who wear and enjoy them.
Manipulating metal with heat and hammers has deepened my understanding of the balance between malleability and permanence within the medium. Through this exploration, I can transform flat sheets of metal into dimensional, sculptural ornaments meant to be worn and experienced.
My work is crafted using continually recyclable nonferrous metals, silver & gold. Every remnant, down to the finest filings, is refined and repurposed. Employing traditional metalsmithing techniques such as forging, hammering, stamping, soldering, fold forming, embossing, fusing, and various fabrication applications, I create enduring pieces that honor both process and material.
Meet the metalsmith… lover of nature, travel, & hammers!
Interested in getting artsy?
The Craft Alliance, a non profit art education center that has been serving the St. Louis community through exhibition, education, and community programs for over 50 years. They partner with schools and community outreach programs that inspire and empower through hands-on creativity. Programs include ArtSmarts, Crafting-A-Future, Artists-In-Residence, School Residency Program, Emerson Family Saturdays
Registration for spring enrollment is currently open for classes and workshops in wood, metals, fibers, glass, and clay.
Inquiries or custom order requests?
Please let me know how I can assist you. It would be my pleasure to bring your inspiration to life!