About me
I began designing and making jewellery in my spare time, having been

encouraged by my grandmother who was a silversmith for many years. 

I am inspired by bold and abstract designs and have a special interest in

texturing metals to produce unique and distinctive pieces.  I use a wide

range of gemstones, including fossils, each adding a splash of colour and

the occasional story to a piece.

I have a background in international development, which has inspired much

of my design work; from spear-shaped earrings to the use of African beads

collected from my travels.  I now work in public relations; helping companies,

non-profits and local artists to build and communicate their reputation. 

I am lucky to spend one day per week in my studio, designing and creating jewellery.

Background

May 2007-2012

Annual open studio exhibition during Oxfordshire Artweeks, developing a loyal following.

Christmas 2009-2011

Exhibitor at a Christmas craft show at The Barn on the Green, Cuddesdon, Oxfordshire.

2009-2011

Exhibitor at The In-House Gallery based in Woodstock, Oxfordshire.

2009-10

Member of The Craft Gallery cooperative in Chipping Norton until its closure in June 2010.

May 2006

Part-time apprentice of jeweller Tony Thomson for six months, during which my skills in metalwork reached a professional level.

Set up my own workshop.

2005 & 2006

Two years of jewellery-making evening classes at Oxford & Cherwell Valley College.