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Signs of Life Artist Statement

Signs of Life Artist Statement

I am fascinated by the vast variety of life forms that surround us. It is miraculous that a random pile of recycled atoms can achieve order and then incorporate an energy that enables it to function in a species-specific manner. And this then g

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Life Cycles

Life Cycles

I am currently part of a two-person show entitled "Life Cycles" at the Gallery at WREN in Bethlehem, NH.  https://www.wrenworks.org/gallery/. My gallery partner is Michele Johnsen who paints fabulous interpretations of forests and their int

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Blue Waves still lap...

During the period of time that preceded the mid-terms of 2018, I found myself so exhausted and overwhelmed by our political situation that I did what comes naturally and jewelry popped out. In this instance, it was my rendition of Blue Waves (guess t

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Mushrooms

There are so many aspects of the great outdoors that are both exciting to encounter, and nurturing at the same time. Mushrooms are but one example of this. Mushrooms come in all shapes, sizes and colors. Some are not only edible, but delect

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Bioluminescence

Yet another amazing aspect of the natural world is bioluminescence. Bioluminescence is the ability for a living organism to produce light. Certain jellyfish, deep sea creatures, mushrooms, algae and insects such as fireflies are bioluminescent.

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Translucency

One of the more recent developments in my jewelry has been the introduction of translucency. I love things that let light through, whether it is water, glass, ice, or wings such as those that grace dragonflies and certain butterflies and moths.

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