INSPIRATION

I'm often asked what inspires my jewelry designs. Here are some images that I find beautiful and spark my imagination.

Resources

  • Gemstones

    Gemstones

    The Curious Lore of Precious Stones by George Frederick Kunz

    Kunz was a renowed gemologist and this work rewards the reader with the fruits of his studies.

  • Jewelry History

    Jewelry History

    Jewelry: From Antiquity to Present by Clare Phillips gives the reader a look at the ways in which humans have adorned themselves with jewelry since the beginning of recorded history.

  • Gemstones

    Gemstones

    Gem: The Definitive Visual Guide published by the Smithsonian introduces the reader to breadth of gemstones used for adornment and other purposes.

  • Gemstones

    Gemstones

    Gem Magic: Precious Stones and their Mystical Properties by Raymond Walters examines how gems have been used for other reasons than adornment, such as for protection in the form of talismans or healing as ground matter added to elixirs or potions.