We were recently voted into the A-List of Tulsa businesses, given the People’s Choice award for Fine Jewelry. It’s always nice to be recognized for the work we do, even more so when it’s done by a collective of people rather than a small cohort of judges. When I think about what makes this place special, yes, it’s the intentional work we do, but more than that it is the individuals who walk through our doors that truly breathe life into this studio. You, the brave souls who venture into an unfamiliar corner of the city, stepping across the threshold of an unknown studio and with remarkable vulnerability choose to share the most intimate chapters of your lives. Stories of profound love that bind families together, tales of hard-won achievements that stand as testaments to dedication, and yes, sometimes even the raw and poignant narratives of pain and loss that have shaped who you are. Being trusted with these precious narratives and having the privilege of translating them into enduring forms through the enduring mediums of metal and stone is not merely a profession; it is a profound honor, a sacred trust.

Beyond the honor, there is a genuine delight in this work. It enriches the fabric of my life to witness your stories unfold. To observe individuals confront the uncertainty of a new environment, to open their hearts and articulate their personal journeys, and then to bestow upon me the responsibility of crafting an object that will become an extension of themselves, a wearable memoir that will likely accompany them through the myriad experiences of their remaining years – this is a source of constant inspiration and joy. It is a privilege to be a part of these intimate moments, to serve as a conduit between your stories and the tangible beauty we create together.

Thank you Tulsa People for giving Tulsans an opportunity to select the creatives and businesses that bring quality to the lived experience.