I trained the traditional way, two years at the Texas Institute of Jewelry Technology in Paris, Texas, …where I learned the fundamentals of jewelry making, repair, diamond setting, and design. The work was disciplined and precise, and I approached it with full dedication because that’s how you earn mastery.

After graduating I spent 10 years building my career as a goldsmith, diamond-setter, restoring heirlooms, and creating engagement rings.

And then I did something no one expected- not even me!
I started cutting up LEGO® bricks.

Because somewhere along the way, between refining technique and pursuing precision, the jewelry world got a little too serious for me. Everyone told me my craftsmanship was exceptional… so that made me push myself, to be more innovative. So I did.

My Eureka Moment Happened-
I thought “LEGO®” can I use it as an art medium?

I literally drove straight to Toys “R” Us. My first time back since childhood. The second I stepped into that bright, colorful aisle, I remembered something I’d buried under years of seriousness: joy, color, nostalgia, and play.

I bought a box, took it to my bench, and started cutting, sanding and shaping bricks. The material was great to work with, I fell in love!

The first piece I made?
A black LEGO® ring with a sparkling diamond.I wore it out, and instantly people stopped me.
“Wait… is that LEGO®?”
“And is that a diamond?”

Their faces lit up. AFOL fans told me their stories. Suddenly, I wasn’t just making jewelry… I was making connections.
That’s when I knew I had created something genuinely new. That moment changed everything.

For the last 25 years, I’ve been blending the discipline of fine jewelry with the joy of play. Handcrafting pieces that honor both mastery and imagination. What began as a single LEGO® ring has grown into a body of work that celebrates nostalgia, individuality, and the simple happiness of building something meaningful.

Today, from my studio in Portland, Oregon I create jewelry for people who love LEGO®, love to build, and love to express who they are. Each piece is made with intention, signed by me, and designed to spark smiles, start conversations, and remind us all that joy belongs in our everyday lives.

Brick by brick, I’m still building — and I’m so glad you’re here.