My work as a jeweler is deeply shaped by the way I see the world and the values I carry with me. I studied sociology and social justice in college, and I often think about the ways patriarchy, racism, environmental collapse, and capitalism shape our day-to-day lives. Those same questions are inherent to owning a business, especially one that asks people to consume.
It’s complicated, and I don’t believe there is a perfect answer. But striving to operate ethically guides the decisions I make every day: contributing to carbon offset initiatives throughout the year, paying my shuumi land tax, working with ethically mined gemstones, paying above minimum wage, and creating heirloom-quality pieces designed to last a lifetime.
Fashion and adornment have always felt deeply personal to me. I believe clothing and jewelry are not only creative outlets, but ways to express our inner worlds and our values. Because of that, I primarily shop secondhand or support small artist-led brands whose work and vision I believe in. I’m also lucky enough to trade jewelry for other crafts and services - a form of exchange that feels rooted in community and care.
I want every piece I make to feel intentional: not only beautiful, but meaningful in how it is made and how long it lives with you.
In a world that often prioritizes speed and consumption, I feel incredibly grateful to spend my days making art—and even more grateful that it resonates with you.