I am a glass artist whose creative journey unfolded in unexpected ways.

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From a young age, I felt a deep pull toward creativity, but throughout school, I struggled to find a medium that truly resonated with me. I always knew that working with my hands brought me joy, I just hadn’t yet discovered how that joy would shape my path.

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After many years in the restaurant industry, everything shifted with the sudden loss of my mother. Grief led me to reevaluate what truly mattered, and I found myself craving work that felt meaningful and inspiring. I enrolled in a stained glass class at my local community college and began working alongside a local jewelry artist, assembling glass jewelry. The pay was modest, but the work gave me something I hadn’t felt in a long time, purpose, peace, and a creative spark.

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What began as a temporary layover turned into a newfound creative calling. Soon, I was set up and working in my home studio, giving me the creative freedom to explore my own designs. I started selling at craft shows, and before long, I officially formed a business centered around this unexpected passion.

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In 2010, I began experimenting with discarded glass bottles and took my work in a new direction. With the skills and equipment I had, along with a background in bartending, transforming used bottles felt both natural and necessary. I couldn’t ignore how much usable glass was being thrown away, and I saw an opportunity to give it new life.

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Every piece I create goes through a detailed, multi-step process of cutting, separating, cleaning, and kiln firing. It’s a labor of love that transforms what would be trash into meaningful, beautiful treasures.

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Today, my work is not only about creativity. It’s about sustainability. In a time when environmental consciousness matters more than ever, I’m proud that my art is eco-friendly, handcrafted, and infused with purpose.

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