Beadwork started for me as a gift from the women in my life. It's something that is completely familiar, it's a different language I can speak. It brings me incredible joy to create work that resonates with others. I'm so often entranced by color, texture, stories, and light, and beadwork is how I'm able to capture the way I see the world. Originally I started to make work that was bold because I wanted to feel braver, and louder in this world that makes me feel like I have to be quiet. I’m so honored to be able to share that feeling of confidence through my work with others.