Early Years
01. Volume One
The Early Years, 1972 - 78
Encountering a great milestone, moving to Santa Fe, prompts reflection, particularly a review of the manifested ideas involved in a singular career focus such as, in my case, fifty years of the design, creation, and marketing of jewelry forms.
02. About The Book, The Early Years
Volume One
My journey as an artist has been nothing short of extraordinary. Although I failed art school and spent two challenging years in the Army, these experiences shaped me in ways I couldn’t have imagined. Moving to Santa Fe in the early seventies was a pivotal moment in my life. The vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of New Mexico have profoundly influenced my work, allowing me to grow and evolve as an artist.
My artistic and business journey has always been solitary. And my methods, intuitive. None of us lives or works entirely alone, and certainly we cannot predict life’s unfolding amidst its ever-changing landscape, but to own and manage one’s responses and trajectory is ideal.
Thank you for joining me on this artistic journey. This is the first of nine volumes, each showcasing an extensive portfolio of my work.
Early Years
As a self-taught artist, I had desire on my side, and I remained (and remain) open to life’s opportunities. I took risks and accepted full responsibility for whatever transpired, good or bad.
“These early days were a wild time. It was like the gold rush of the 1870s, everyone was doing it [making jewelry]. The place was on fire. It was an exciting time. I caught that wave perfectly. The disco days. Farrah Fawcett hair.