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Studio Time/Be-ing/Becoming
It has been a few weeks since my last post. I have been working on designs that take much longer to realize, as they are based on ancient metal working techniques. The key word here is Process. Working in the long, pre- summer evenings, enjoying the endless shadows stretched across the tide flats outside my […]
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Something Old and Something New
photo by Marcy Merrill Wedding rings are a great example of jewelry with meaning. Chosen with care to represent both individuals and their union to each other, it is always a great honor for me to work with a couple to custom design the rings that will signify their commitment and love. Recently I made […]
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places and traces
For over thirty years I have lived in Tokeland. It has been the longest lasting relationship in my life, not counting my family-none of whom live remotely close to here (but they do enjoy visiting in the summer.) I came up here from Southern California when I was in my early twenties and found a […]
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Oxygen
Sometimes people ask me what kind of set up I use for soldering. I like oxygen and propane, and use a Hoke torch. Today I am taking the empty oxygen tank into Aberdeen (the closest town to us of size, about 40 miles away) to exchange it for a full one. About every couple […]