When I make a piece of jewelry, I try to use images that are evocative--my work often is what I call a story piece.  I carve my pieces from wax and then cast them into various metals.  I love combining gold and silver both for color combination and for the affordability of a piece. I consider myself a sculptor of miniatures. Many of my pieces also incorporate painting. I like my paintings to be a little ambiguous so viewers can bring their own experience into their interpretation of the work.  I do not want to tell my audience—I want them to find a personal meaning in each of my pictures.  I like a little mystery and surprise in my work. I like to merge the past and the present in my work.  I hope to present the wonder of the world. To view pieces currently available for sale, visit Proctor Art Gallery in the North End of Tacoma.