Welcome to my creative process.

Hello, my name is Mary and I am an artist. My craft, my passion, is Precious Metal Clay (PMC). I love the transformation… the pliable clay metamorphosis into solidified shiny wearable art. I am devoted to the evolving power of creating. And I compose each unique piece with intention and affection, hoping every design brings joy to others!

Actually, I am many things. Mostly a seeker of cultivation, wisdom, and development as; a mom, partner, lover of nature and adventure, daughter, snowboarder, mindfulness practitioner, nurse practitioner, sister, student, explorer, friend, river paddler, sober woman, meditator, doctor of nursing practice, guardian to one completely spoiled canine named Tupelo, and being of service to others both near and far. (More to be revealed about all of this in my blog.)

I received my bachelor's in studio art from Western State College in 1999. I owned an art studio for many years in Salida CO while my first born, now adult daughter, was growing up. Over the past few years I have studied in person multiple times with my PMC and jewelry instructor in Tucson, AZ. In 2023, I taught for the Art Center in Crested Butte, CO. I now offer private classes too.

I currently create in my home studio on the stunning Gunnison River in a magical valley in Colorado!

Cleaning up and filing a piece.

After the piece is tumbled and patinaed, it is polished.

Firing a piece with my torch.