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My wire artwork is perfect to showcase rare gems or unusually-shaped stones or crystals. Because I form the metal filament by hand into a tight chassis around the gem, any kind of shape can be turned into fine jewelry with no alterations to the natural stone. I never use solder or glues, so every gem is perfectly preserved in its original state.
Every piece that I create has a powerful focal point, whether it be a gem, a crystal, a mineral, or an unusual object like a shark’s tooth. I then use metalwork to enhance the stone’s beauty, not compete with it. This is an important distinction of my approach. I eschew extreme ornamentation, seeking harmony and simplicity instead. It has taken me years of learning, practice, and experimentation to strike the right balance between the power of the stones and the precious metals.
Since my wire wrap technique works with any kind of shape, I actively seek out exotic stones from around the world. My clients get to see gems and minerals that they might not ever see elsewhere and I love sharing the history and mythology of these rare minerals.
I have a constant supply of ideas for new pieces, but usually my vision is more complex than the traditional techniques can accommodate. Such roadblocks tend to inspire me to develop brand new techniques to bring my ideas to fruition. These innovations allow me to make jewelry that mechanically cannot be replicated by others; many of my pieces take over 120 process steps from beginning to end.
Due to the structural integrity of the metal wire construction, my jewelry will literally last for thousands of years. In fact, intact jewelry made with similar techniques has been excavated from 5000-year old archeological sites. I am honored to continue in this tradition with my collection.
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