I use heavy gauge Sterling silver, ingot Silver, Natural Turquoise, Mediterranean Coral, Shells, and other semi-precious stones to create my handmade artwork. I made some tools with heavy steel and rebars under high heat. I inherited a few from my family and purchased them throughout my years of silversmithing. Old Navajo stamping techniques, leatherwork, repouse punch outs, cutting various sizes of silver to make beads and I use star shot plates to produce different designs. Each design has to be carefully soldered together. Artwork is complete with a satin finish for old Navajo style and high polish for modern and contemporary items.