I have always loved to make things with my hands.  I am a hands-on learner and like to figure things out on my own, so for the most part I am self taught.   I feel that discovering techniques and processes on your own puts less parameters on your creativity.  It was a natural progression to creating jewelry.  I am in constant wonderment because of the many materials available to work with and endless techniques to discover and master from wire wrapping a bead to the fine art of photographing a finished piece for publication. I can feed my desire to learn something new such as working with PMC (precious metal clay) to make components,  and move on to something else, such as making lampwork glass beads. I look forward to a long career making jewelry.

I tend to make things that are ultra feminine and classic, with the occasional trendy item.  Currently, my favorite metal to work with is sterling silver.  I use gold filled wire and components as well.  I'm also very much into precious and semi-precious gemstones, and freshwater pearls.  I find them versatile and classy, and staples for any woman's jewelry box.  My latest fetish is making gemstone and pearl "clusters" to accent my designs.  This plays to the ultra feminine side of my jewelry. 

I have an AAS degree in Secretarial Science as well as a degree in Medical Transcription and have worked in the corporate world, for a private business, and for a philanthropic organization.  Each has their own set of benefits and drawbacks.  I have been graced with the opportunity to have lived in Asia as well as to have traveled all over the world.  I draw from all of my life experiences in my creative process.  I am grateful for the opportunity to do what I love and am passionate about and to be able to share this with other people.

visit Lisa's web site: www.estanciadesigns.com