I create beaded adornments inspired by my family, and our ties to the land and water. I have been taught how to carry stories through my beadwork, and use them as storytelling devices to continue on our ways of life through our work. I never knew life without creating while growing up, the art of beadwork and quillwork was deeply imbedded in our home and I have come to know this as a blessing. Being surrounded by creativity and conversations about materials, inspiration, color, and traditions created a beautiful life of creation and storytelling. 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.