After discovering jewelry design while studying fine art abroad in Florence, Italy during college, I was hooked. After graduating Hartford Art School with a BFA I moved to Manhattan finding work for several years as a graphic designer and taking jewelry making courses at night. The blending of graphics with jewelry design resulted in starting a small photo charm business selling her photo collection to specialty boutiques in 2002. The rest is what I call an addiction that continues to grow. All work is handcrafted in Manhattan,  NY.