To create a piece, I start with an idea that I would like to convey, a particular effect I want to achieve, or a set of words to illustrate, and begin sketching. In my drawings, there are often patterns or forms that I tend to repeat. I then try to incorporate these forms into my pieces.

I find that I sketch a lot of organic and natural forms, and then distill them down into more geometric shapes. For me, sketching is an extremely important part of creating. I try to convey the same energy, feel, and effects that I generate with my drawings in the final piece.

In order to achieve this, I usually use several techniques in tandem, such as going back and forth between casting, fabrication, and forging, until I have created an element that would not have been able to be realized in another way. I find that by doing this I can usually get the look and feel of the drawings across in the metal, and create unusual and complex shapes and textures.

I also enjoy experimenting with alternative materials, and using them in combination with both traditional materials and techniques to create unexpected juxtapositions. I find that even when these experiments aren't successful in their original intent, they are valuable to me because they start me thinking in different directions. Experiments with different materials and techniques open my mind to new possibilities for working with more traditional materials, which is something that I consider central to my work. I always try to push conventional boundaries when I create my work to come up with something unexpected.

Form and dimensionality are two other important aspects of my work. I want my pieces to be just as visually interesting and intriguing by themselves, in a sculptural sense, as when they are being worn. At the same time I want the wearer's body to be an active partner when they display the jewelry. Most of my pieces have moving parts that interact with the body, and the piece will move with you or adapt to your body.

I like to create jewelry that is creative, different, and fun, yet at the same time very contemporary. I want to enjoy the creation and exploration that goes into making my jewelry, and I want people to enjoy making their own discoveries when they wear the pieces.