About
All About Me
Education
After high school, I moved to Toronto and earned a Jewellery Arts Diploma from George Brown College. There I mastered all the technical skills required in order to create fine jewellery: carving designs in wax, casting in gold and sterling silver, choosing and setting stones, and bringing all the elements together.
Upon graduating I worked for a large jewellery manufacturer as well as a few different independent designers. I learned many aspects about running business before I took the leap to start my own in 2010. With each year I have enjoyed growing and learning more in this rewarding line of work.
Inspiration
I grew up in Bala, Ontario.
The vast natural beauty of the Muskoka cottage country made a deep and lasting impression on me as a child. The energy and diversity of Toronto influences my work as well. My sister and I love visiting antique fairs and flea markets both in Toronto and while traveling. I often get ideas from estate jewelry that lends a vintage feel to my own work.
I fabricate each piece with materials and processes that will stand the test of time. My goal is to create heirloom-quality jewellery that will be handed down, and perhaps inspire another designer someday.
Collaboration
I love collaborating with others. Both with other creatives and custom work clients.
The Bianco collection was a very special collaboration as it balances my love of textures and nature with my sister’s affinity for rich colours and modern lines.
Thanks to my customers, I have created many “collections of one.” These custom designs are made with just one special person in mind. I have worked with customers on unique engagement rings as well as jewellery to commemorate birthdays, graduations, and other major milestones. Other custom projects have involved redesigning heirloom jewellery to make work with the client’s personal taste.
If you can describe the jewellery of your dreams, I would love to make it a reality for you—or a special person in your life.
