Creating/repurposing history into wearable art to draw joy for the person wearing it. Social media has made an open creative space visually
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Working with metal-especially silver-has always been a passion of mine. There's something deeply satisfying about creating with my hands and transforming ideas into pieces that can be worn and appreciated. I'm also drawn to the history behind each piece; l enjoy researching its origins and understanding where it fits in time. Over time, social media has added another creative layer to my work. It's become a platform for visual arts where I can combine craftsmanship with photography and video
Where do you find inspiration?My mental happiness comes from being outside. My workshop “she shed” is in a beautiful open corn field. I live on the ocean. All of these things attribute to my well being to make me inspired. My inspiration also comes from my determination. I love making others happy with my creations so when I get something in my head I am determine to make it come To life.
What would you do with $25,000?I am a self taught artist and I do well for what I have learned on my own, but I would probably invest in some classes for specific things. I would love to learn metal casting and a few other things within metal working.
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