Meet Joyce

I’m embarking on a new chapter for my life and honestly it’s exciting and terrifying. For the first time in 61 years, I’ve asked myself what do I want to do. Who am I? 

For 17 years I’ve faithfully carried the torch of creating jewelry from guitar strings to honor my husband’s mental health journey. I’ll never stop carrying his story with me, but something in me has shifted. There’s a new layer of healing I’m experiencing and with it there’s a profound sense of change and anticipation. I’m not who I was when I began this creative journey.

In truth, I’ve been creative my entire life. I spent my childhood days becoming an accomplished pianist. I thought music would be my life and it was for many. But hardship and struggle changed everything. When the vision for guitar string jewelry emerged, we shifted our course. And now today after all these years, I find myself hungry to do what I love. Not what someone suggested I’d be good at.

I’ve returned to my roots and my love for nature, nostalgia and painting. I have fond memories of drawing birds and today my love for flowers and nature walks inspires everything I do. I’m by no means and professional, but I believe in me and that success will follow.

Watercolor art has left me feeling entranced…it’s the same feeling as when I played the piano. Onlookers would tell me that I went somewhere. Lost in wonder and joy is what I’d call it! And so today, I am embarking on a journey of self-discovery. I’m creating only what fills my tank because my caregiver days have drained my soul. I need joy and I know you do too. Let’s find it together and hopefully what I make and create will bring you joy full and overflowing.