I find the myriad ways gems and metal can be combined to create tiny works of art an incredibly exciting adventure. When I am playing with sparkly gemstones to find the perfect color harmony or engraving a new design that forces me to bring every molecule of my attention span to the task. It makes me so happy thatsometimes I have to jump out of my chair and dance in the studio to celebrate this life of making. For me I need to create like bank robbers need a visit to First National. It is who I am and I feel incomplete without it. Now I just need a good getaway driver.