I’ve always had a bit of a wild imagination. Daydreamer was a term frequently used by teachers on my school reports. At school, I preferred the artistic classes where I achieved my highest grades. Working with my hands has always been the best way for me to express my imagination.
From a young age I have been a collector of all sorts of weird and wonderful objects that interest and inspire me. Antique bottles, rocks, minerals, fossils, shells and even bones are things that still exist in my collection.
I left school and started my jewellery apprenticeship at 17 and over those years I was fortunate to have been trained by two very talented jewellers, one having been the president of the Australian Jewellers Guild at the time, the other a member of the JAA, the Jewellers Association of Australia. They taught me the skills of making fine jewellery by hand using age old techniques combined with traditional and modern tools and equipment. I greatly appreciate the skills and techniques I have learnt and from these individuals and other talented artists I have met along the way. They have enabled me to create strong durable jewellery that is also different, practical and very comfortable to wear.
In 2001 I went out on my own to fulfil my dream of running a jewellery business of my own, working odd jobs here and there to support my new profession. My own style continues to evolve as I explore and study ancient and modern techniques.
I like to think of my work eventually becoming antiques and family heirlooms. I’m confident that with a little care, my jewellery will stand the test of time.
Having lived by the sea for most of my life, the ocean is definitely one
of my biggest inspirations which comes through in the designs, colours and
materials I use in my work. I now live in a beautiful area surrounded by
protected national park and just five minutes walk to the ocean beach on
the Mornington Peninsula. I can’t help but be greatly inspired
by my surroundings.
Although I use all sorts of colours, materials and gemstones, my favourites
are precious metals, gems in the colours of the sea, local abalone shell,
New Zealand paua shell, and especially New Zealand’s exquisite Blue
Pearl.
I consider myself an artist as much as I do a jeweller and I hope people get as much enjoyment out of my jewellery as I do in its creation.
The time it takes to procuce each piece varies. There are many different factors involved in the creation of each piece ie: hunting for the right stone, stone availability, ordering materials etc. I endevour to create ordered jewelery in a reasonable amount of time, however, I am a sole maufacturer and there may be a waiting list. I much appreciate your consideration of this when placing an order. I also appreciate the artistic freedom of being able to take the time each piece needs in its creation to achieve my highest level of quality. Dont hesitate to contact me to find out the approximate waiting period.
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