About
With a degree in Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology and a career spent in international education and museums, I’ve had the privilege of traveling the world — living and working in Greece, Russia, Tajikistan, Jordan, and Egypt. These experiences deepened my fascination with ancient history and the common heritage we all share. Continuing to pursue my lifelong passion for archaeology, jewelry, and craftsmanship, I apprenticed and now teach at the Jewelry Arts Institute in New York City, which for over 50 years has focused on researching and preserving ancient goldsmithing techniques.
Process & Materials
Working out of my studio in Brooklyn, I research and handcraft timeless pieces of fine jewelry that connect us to history, to the earth, and to each other. A piece of handmade jewelry is a bridge to the past, a product of generations of human experience, knowledge, and creativity passed down across millennia. I create each of my pieces as an expression of this history, using high-karat gold, ancient goldsmithing techniques, and the stones, shapes, and symbols humans have worn as adornment for thousands of years.