Born:
Brussels Belgium
Training / Education:
1993 BFA Rhode Island school of Design
Work Experience:
Exhibitions (Solo & Group Shows):
2012 SOFA Chicago represented by Charon Kransen Arts
2012 ARTISTS AWARDS-Society of Arts and Crafts
2012 THE DE PATTA PROJECT, Velvet Da Vinci
2012 A RING FOR SPRING, Silver Blue and Gold
2011 JINGLE THIS, Taboo Studio
2011 IN LINE IN METAL, Aaron Faber Gallery, NY & SOFA Chicago
2011 SOLO SHOW: stones, Patina Gallery Santa Fe
2011 GEOGRAPHY: Art Jewelry Forum , SNAG Conference, SOFA Chicago
2010 AUTUMN JEWELS, Carlyn Gallery
2010 NEW ARTISTS FOR THE NEW DECADE, Patina Gallery Santa Fe
2008 PUTTING THE BAND BACK TOGETHER, SNAG conference and
Georgia Museum of Art
Awards / Grants:
2012 Society of Arts and Craft Artist Awards
2012 Niche Award- fine gold, first place
2011 Saul Bell Design Awards-Beads, first place
2010 Mort Ableson Scholarship Recipient
2010 Saul Bell Design Award-Gold Platinum, Finalist
Collections (Private & Museum):
Publications:
2010 '500 Gemstone Jewels, a sparkling collection of dazzling designs
2009 The Jeweler's Studio Handbook
Artist Statement:
My jewelry is an expression of the wonder I sense in the intricacies in nature. When we see stones in infinite numbers underfoot at the beach, we cannot help but to miss the unique perfection in each. I use recycled and found organic materials in conjunction with reclaimed precious metals to capture that sense of wonder in each piece. My desire is to create a wearable reminder of the often overlooked beauty in nature. I am committed to producing socially and environmentally responsible jewelry. |