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I am a formally trained Metalsmith with over fifteen years of consulting and teaching experience in Jewelry Design and Interior Design. Specializing in one of a kind jewelry, custom pieces, limited production and objects.

I conduct formal classes in New York City at the 92nd Street Y that are designed to develop an individuals skills in jewelry, metalsmithing, and chain making. EatMetal, Inc. holds classes and one day workshops. Classes focus on basic and advanced skills for jeweler's and metalsmith's.

I have been published in 500 Gemstone Jewels and 500 Earring by Lark Books. I created a piece for the cover of Chain Mail Jewelry, Contemporary Designs from Classical Techniques entitled “Japanese Hexagonal Mail Collar”. And I was privileged to be included in Metalsmith Magazine Exhibition in Print.

I hold an Associates degree in Applied Science in Jewelry Design from Fashion Institute of Technology ( New York, New York), a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of the Arts (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) and a Master of Fine Arts degree from Cranbrook Academy of Arts

EatMetal, Inc., The Fine Art of Design is dedicated to creating unique pieces of handmade jewelry and objects. The style is contemporary and uses traditional technics. My work has distinct use of multiples creating pattern and movement.

My philosophy is that art is a significant factor towards a happier and successful life. I believe you need to live in a visually stimulating environment to be successful. My goal is to enlighten my students and patrons on the importance of design, material, technique and craftsmanship in the development of objects and environments that heighten the senses at all levels.