This jewelry box is a custom gift I made at the request of my friend Mark for his wife Noorjahan and is made of Swiss pearwood and African wenge.   The relief carved lettering on the lid is written in a Persian language known as Dari, her name means ‘light of the world’.  One of the true blessings in life is knowing friends such as Mark and Noorjahan who have welcomed me, supported me and helped me in many ways since moving to Butte in 2006.

Every now and then a special project comes along that really stretches my skills and creative process.  This sign project for an artist friend evolved out of some ideas this winter and we worked together to design and create a ‘business branding’ concept that reflects Montana, her work and the historic nature of Butte.   Made of sheet aluminum with reclaimed copper  interior panels which are visible through the negative space lettering the signs hit the mark on what we hoped to achieve.  The black lettering is engraved and painted,  hammered-copper riveting, distressed patinated edging and fasteners complete an old world look.   It is always a fun challenge to work with talented people who keep an open dialogue and have vision of what the final project will become.  Thanks to Mike for the bracket work and a talented client, this project ranks as a favorite ever and I am proud to say it came through my studio.