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Treasures from the Sea Shore: Lake Michigan Sea Glass, Raw Abalone, and Making Art from Found Objects
Handmade pieces cut from Lake Michigan sea glass, raw abalone shell, and fossilized coral, plus how to turn your own found treasure into a custom silver piece.
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From the Archive: The Double Round Band Ring
Looking back through the design archives today at a star seller. This piece features a heavy, hand-fabricated sterling silver double band adorned with a stunning oval turquoise. While this exact piece...
Humbled by the Fire: Shaky Hands, Silver Rings, and the Magic of Making Art Together
From deep anxiety and shaky hands to absolute creative triumph. Last night, we filled the local art gallery for an intimate night of fire, sterling silver, and raw connection. Read...
Expired Film Friday | Archive #027: Sunday Sabbath
Shooting on film is about being present—truly present. There's no endless scrolling through hundreds of digital frames, no instant gratification, no second chances. When you load that roll, you commit....
From the Archive: The Lightning Bolt Cuff
Looking back through the design archives today at one of my more impressive past creations. This piece features a heavy, hand-fabricated sterling silver triple cuff band accented with a stunning...
Behind the Scenes — A Jungle-Lounge 40th Birthday Vibe
A behind-the-scenes look at how we transformed a small backyard patio into a high-vibe, jungle-chic lounge for my brother's 40th birthday. From Instax film captures to a rescued double-boiler custard...
From the Archive: The Teardrop Ring & A Saturday Open House
A $100 win in 40 minutes. From instructing lapidary students at the Vista Gem & Mineral Society to archiving our latest hand-forged Pietersite Teardrop Ring, here is a look at...
Expired Film Friday | Archive #026: San Pedro Motorhead
Capturing moments on film hits different, especially when using expired rolls. There’s a distinct, nostalgic warmth and grain in these shots that digital just can't recreate.These shots were captured locally...
From the Archive: The Silver Platter Heart Ring With Turquoise
Looking back through the design archives today at one of my absolute favorite past creations. This piece features a heavy, hand-fabricated sterling silver platter heart ring accented with a stunning...
When Endings Become Beginnings
In January, I was let go from my shifts at a local wine bar. Today, I’m driving past that same building on Coast Highway as a full-time, working commercial actor...