A noblewoman's love of the delicateness of flowers, and her fascination with stars that formed patterns in the night sky are reflected in my design.

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Line, rhythm and pattern are created by the placement of the reflective components in this elegant Renaissance hair comb. Craftmanship is slightly affected by the placement of the raised tine on the left.

Renaissance art is ripe with Biblical imagery. The tree of knowledge, hidden in a forest, holds ripe fruit…is it forbidden? or perhaps offered as a coded message.

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Rhythm and negative space in the upper portion of the design is visually effective. The heaviness of the comb bar dominates the design.

"Beauty is the gift of nature, elegance is the gift of art."
Charles Baudelaire

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The reflective quality of the exquisite color palette successfully interprets the Renaissance period. The placement of components appear one dimensional or flat.

Duchess of Romantic Splendor
compare thee to an exquisite spring day

Golden tresses gathered softly within
an ornament of flowers and dreamy buds of May.

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The artistic and pleasing combination of subtle colors with various textures and patterns create an elegant Renaissance barrette.

The miraculous metamorphosis of crawling caterpillar to fluttering butterfly represents the future and its endless possibilities. This brooch is fit for a pharaoh!

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Craftmanship and iridescent color palette are indicative of an elegant treasure found in an Egyptian tomb. The limited pattern in the design of the wings is more interpretive of a moth and diminishes the rhythm of a butterfly brooch.

Always together…

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The innovative use of contrasting textures creates an appealing design. More attention to craftmanship would enhance overall distinction.

Inspired by Egyptian design, this majestic butterfly brooch features intricate wings and Eye of Ra accents, symbolizing protection, transformation, and divine insight into the afterlife.

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A masterfully crafted Egyptian brooch of luminous colors, repetitive patterns and contrasting textures create a butterfly worthy of immortality.

Pharaonic brooch with soul, crook, and flail pomp on golden Ankh (eternal life), represents pleasurable journey from death to eternal life, by splendid butterfly escort.

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An original and creative design of artfully and skillfully crafted small forms successfully interprets the statement of intent. The thinness on the lower golden Ankh creates a visual imbalance with the upper elements.

Awoken from transformative sleep, Spring surrounds this glorious new life with grand wings spread.

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A rhythmic and skillfully crafted brooch demonstrates successful use of negative space. The convex shape of the pink wings does not interpret the "grand wing spread" of a butterfly.

Ready to take flight into eternity!

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The ethereal teal blue color palette in this butterfly soars. The uneven size of wings and irregular placement of antennae, coriander and mustard seeds affect distinction.

A tribute to eternal renewal, this embellished snuff bottle honors the immortal phoenix— symbol of long life—reborn in delicate botanical materials of enduring beauty.

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The use of the poppy seeds create an interesting textural composition. The choice of white on the phoenix creates dissonance to the overall piece.

Chaos carves the soul. Strength pulls us upstream. Peace finds us in the eddy.

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Pleasing color palette on the bottle and placement of material creates a lovely rhythmic presentation. The dominant color of the gold stopper bifurcates the design.

Scented secrets in a bottle.

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The addition of the royal palm base is a creative response to the schedule. The size of the bottle in relation to the base creates an imbalance.

The Chinese phoenix, symbol of harmony and good fortune, perches atop the Empress's carved jade snuff bottle. Rare treasure is found where the phoenix rests.

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The asymmetrical balanced phoenix creates drama and rhythm in this harmonious colored design.

My snuff bottle is intended for an elegant lady who loves lace and luxury. I wanted to create
a feminine fantasy.

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The effective use of the agave lacework creates a pleasing rhythmic design. The color of the blue stone dominates and distracts from the overall distinction.

A porcelain snuff bottle from the Qing Dynasty with a blue floral relief. Flowers serve as a decorative element that symbolize status and wealth.

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This classic Chinese motif is executed with attention to scale and proportion. The application of the clear topcoat on the bottle collar is distracting from the overall design.

Nature is the art of God and she wears the colors of her spirit.

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Good choice of color and light creates a well-balanced stained glass window. Use of decorative painting rather than plant material detracts from overall distinction.

Notre Dame has reopened! It is restored to all of its SPLENDOR!!

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‘Beauty from Afar’



The rose-star represents the dominance of the rosace in gothic cathedrals and is complemented by the glittering 'stained glass' lancet windows below.

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Details of the embellished border anchored by the pokeweed and coriander tie front and back together. Transparency and contemporary style of the design conflicts with the interpretation of the class.

Splendor in Glass... Revered by Cherubs

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The deconstruction and reconstruction of the cherubs adds distinction to the design. The placement of the campo and baby's breath flowers confuse the lines of the design.

A modern take on Gothic shapes and deep rich colors to shed light on the splendor of flowers and fauna

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This design has a pleasing color palette. The lack of transparency due to the heavy use of resin diminishes the overall effectiveness of the design.

Sunshine coming through stained glass windows
lights up my life,
infusing happiness and colors on my soul.

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Effective use of skeletonized leaves creates a realistic outside looking in design.

This first Chinese Emperor of the Qin dynasty, QIN Shi Huang, 221 BC, was all about power and strength conquering the warring states.

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Power and strength conveyed through contrasting colors in this exquisitely rhythmic and robustly formed Coronation Robe

A Dragon Robe was a must for an Emperor’s wardrobe of the Qing Dynasty!

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Repetition of varying patterns and use of rich colors combine to create a majestic robe. Dominance of needlepoint techniques affect distinction.

Emperor Qin Shi Huang (221-210 BCE) usually wore a black Mianfu. This 21st century interpretation embraces colors and symbols reminiscence of his famous Terracotta soldiers.

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Exquisite detail is created by repetition of shapes and forms. The application of motifs lack depth and dimension.

On the Silk Road, where East meets West, Kublai Khan becomes the first emperor of the Mongol-led Yuan Dynasty of China.

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The well chosen components delicately assembled with varying textures reflect a royal pilgrimage on the Silk Road.

Chinese coronation robes worn for ceremonial events were often bright yellow, reserved exclusively for emperors. Dragons and the phoenix, symbolizing power usually decorated the robes.

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The motifs are skillfully crafted and applied to create an authentic pattern. Flatness of forms affect depth and dimension.

Robed for the royal coronation in a gown embellished with dragons and royal symbols, the future Emperor processes to the Forbidden City.

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Balanced design is achieved through intricate and rhythmic elements. Craftsmanship detracts from overall design.

Sitting pretty, this rare and exotic cockerel, with fluffy voluminous plumage is a beloved member of Queen Victoria’s treasured Cochin China Fowl collection.

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Exquisite use of textural materials creates plumage of royal lineage.

Tina Turner Titmouse
on
Queen Victoria's Perch

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Exquisite colors and craftsmanship in this royal, rhythmic design are fit for the Queen's menagerie.

Albert pulls his magnificent train in beneath him, conscious that protocol and regal restraint demand he stay within the 5" royal enclosure.

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The contrasting colors combine to create a handsome rhythmic design. He is slightly out of scale for his perch.

Victoria's fantastical friend..."craning" for more!

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The dynamic form takes flight. Color blocking inhibits rhythm and balance of overall design.

Commemorating Queen Victoria, the Victoria crowned pigeon is regal in royal blue with a white tipped, feathered crest, resembling a crown of pearls.

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Regal colors reflect the royal aviary. The chosen materials and application diminish refinement.

The Victoria Crowned Pigeon, named for Queen Victoria, is known for its grayish blue crest of delicate plumage, red irises and maroon breast.

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Layering and placement of various types of feathers create a pleasing texture. The nest and bird compete for dominance and biforcate the design.