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Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, 2003

Missouri State University

Metalsmith with 24 years of experience in the studio, committed to a high standard of craftsmanship. Extensive knowledge of forming and fabrication processes with broad range of skills and studio proficiencies.

Skills & Studio Proficiencies

  • Soldering

  • Sawing

  • Granulation      

  • Reticulation

  • Gold & silver refining

  • Fusion inlay & married metal applications

  • Rolling mill embossing

  • Mechanism/ Finding construction & fabrication inlcuding hinges, pinbacks, & clastps

  • Bezel making for cabochon setting

  • Prong fabrication and customized faceted stone setting

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  • Tube setting
  • Classical loop in loop chain with woven variations
  • Forging
  • Stamping
  • Chasing and repousse’
  • P&P blue inkjet photo transfer
  • Etching: Edenborough etch/ferric chloride (Cu & brass) / ferric nitrate (Ag)
  • Hydraulic press metal forming
  • PMC/Precious Metal Clay
  • Fold forming
  • Synclastic & Anticlastic shell forming & raising
  • Lost wax, sand, cuttlefish, & broomstick casting
  • Enameling techniques including but not limited to silfting, wet packing, cloisonné, foil, leaf, P3
 

Experience

Craft Alliance - St. Louis, MO

Faculty, jewelry/metals instructor

2019 –

  • Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans, focusing on studio concepts, practices, and applications with an emphasis

  • on safety.

  • Facilitate students’ acquisition of new skills and creative processes through effective instruction.

  • Prepare materials and create sample projects for demonstrations.

  • Ensure proper organization necessary for classes that facilitate a productive learning experience.

  • Maintain studio equipment and uphold safety standards.

  • Collaborate with fellow instructors to enhance educational offerings and contribute to the overall success of Craft

  • Alliance’s program

FletcherWorks - St. Louis MO

Metalsmith/Designer/Founder

2015 –

ewelry artist/ designer with 24 years of experience in the medium.

2015 - present

• Responsible for maintaining a distinctive artistic identity through original jewelry designs, created entirely by hand;

curated for juried art shows, gallery events, and online order fulfillment.

• Custom design work and commissioned projects.

• Manages all aspects of business operations including original photography, website development, and marketing

strategies necessary for establishing a presence and reputable brand within the St. Louis art circuit.

• Maintain a digital presence through a cohesive website, featuring high-quality imagery serves as both a portfolio and a

platform for online sales.

• Create content for social media marketing aimed at expanding the customer base and promoting brand visibility.

Curt Parker Jewelers - St. Louis, MO

Sale Associate/Apprentice Jeweler

2004-2006                                       

  • Contributed to daily operations including jewelry cleaning, polishing, repair, inventory

  • management, and point of sale transactions.

  • Prepared appraisals, ensuring accurate documentation and attention to detail.

  • Successfully handled custom order requests with a commitment to meeting client needs

  • and exceed customer service expectations.2005-2006

Springfield Leather Company - Springfield, MO

Mail Order Product Organizer

2003 – 2004

  • Gathered, organized, packed, processed and efficiently handled order fulfillment.

  • Ensured accurate packaging and coordinated shipments, verifying order details for prior to dispatch.

  • Contributed to a streamlined fulfillment process while working with team members.

Missouri State University - Springfield, MO

Studio Assistant

2000 – 2003                             

• Maintained studio equipment to ensure availability and functionality for students and faculty, assuring overall

efficiency of studio operations.

• Organized and distributed materials as needed.

• Managed all studio operations in order for students to work as efficiently as possible within an accessible workspace.

• Supported students and professors by implementing studio procedures to maintain a safe and organized working

environment.

• Assisted in the preparation of materials for classes and demonstrations, ensuring resources were readily available.

• Provided guidance to students on studio protocols, techniques, and troubleshooting, fostering skill development.

• Facilitated a supportive atmosphere within the studio, enabling collaboration between professors and students on

various projects.