Artist Statement
Falling in love prompted my first attempt to make jewelry in the mid-1980s. I found used pieces to deconstruct and reassemble into gifts for my future wife. Today my designs are a collaborative effort as the image of my wife’s handwriting is individually engraved on each piece. My practice of Tai Chi for 35 years (20 as a Master) inspires design elements. The spiral movements flow and balance correlate to my jewelry’s smooth clean lines; and sterling silver’s lasting purity coincides with the generational passing of centuries-old Tai Chi. Every design begins with words often found in out-of-print books. I look for inspiration and truth but also a melodious quality. I carry the written sentiment in my pocket until meaningful sound and good design evolve. What motivates a kid from the Brooklyn projects to become a jewelry designer? When the work day is too long I focus on Healing the World with Words” and this gives my life purpose.”
Festivals
Promenade of Art, Millennium Art Festival, The Art Center’s Festival of Fine Craft, Gold Coast Art Fair at Grant Park, Glencoe Festival of Art
Booth Numbers
Promenade of Art: 341
Millennium Art Festival: 105
The Art Center’s Festival of Fine Craft: 56
Gold Coast Art Fair at Grant Park: 554
Glencoe Festival of Art: 90