I'm a green couture jewelry & accessories designer, as well as a photo stylist & freelance art/creative director. As a designer, I am committed to environmentally responsible business and design practices and operate a green studio at home. I do hair/makeup artistry, professional retouching and graphic design work on the side as time permits, often in connection with my jewelry designs or other professional styling work. Jewelry & accessories design is my primary focus professionally.

I'm also a writer, blogger and columnist, as well as a semi-retired commercial & beauty model. A friend once called me a "jewel of all trades, master of whatever is convenient at the moment." It apparently stuck, as I am at my best when working creatively. It's what keeps me going.

You can view a portfolio of my work and learn more about my designs on the
Acailawen Designs website.

Jewelry/Accessories Design:

I've been a semi-professional hobbiest since 2005. I began pursuing jewelry & accessories design as a full-time professional in late 2008.

Photo Styling:

I have been working professionally as a photo stylist (prop/set, tabletop, fashion & some food) for the past 18 years. My background includes advertising, catalog, artistic and editorial print.

Hair/Makeup Artistry:

I've done side work in hair/makeup artistry since 2005. I have done much of the hair and makeup work shown in my jewelry design portfolio.