Handcrafted Process

Partnering primarily with various gauge sizes of copper wire; the majority, having a non-tarnish finish. This copper has been coated with a lead and nickel free, thin clear layer. This coating gives the copper a warm, rich honey colored cast, as opposed to, the pinkish color of bare copper. This coating also helps keep the piece from changing color or discoloring your skin.

Manipulating the wire by curving, twisting, bending, wrapping, coiling, flattening, hammering and/or texturing; embellishing with wire, gemstones, art glass beads and/or charms.

Earring wires are made from niobium, a hypoallergenic metal that works well for most people.

Design Inspiration

Having been fascinated and attracted to wrought iron during my travels thru the US, Mexico, Spain, Italy and Morocco; I am inspired to incorporate curves and shapes into the wire, "it reminds me of music - graceful, soothing and flowing". I put a little of myself into each piece. Individual, unique, sometimes loud, but always fun.

Wonderful Water - Relaxing, rejuvenating and meditative qualities it provides. Beach and coastal sites full of sea glass, well worn rocks, shells, shapes of sea life and the waves.

Up close & personal

Living in Imperial Beach, California; I have been creating with wire since the Fall of 2008. I have been in the jewelry industry, for 28 years, in all capacities.

I am a Juried Member of the San Diego County Art Association. We show the 2nd & 4th Weekends of each month in Balboa Park on the lawn in front of the International Cottages. My Wire Arte is also available for sale at The Striving Artist (www.thestrivingartist.com) an Art Gallery in North Park, filled with works from local artists.