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Aquamarine in hexagonal settings true to the natural grain of these gems. Inspired by geological formations of basaltic columns. Adjustable length, hexagonal. Aquamarine, sterling silver, prong/bezel set.

Concept to creation illustration and photoshoot of a 'historically inspired costume lingerie' graduation collection for the Vancouver Community College Fashion Arts and Design program in 2013. Corset and coat: cotton upholstery fabric.…

Presented at Vancouver Community College Teaching, Learning, and Research Symposium, March 10-11, 2022.

Oval bolo with two 14k gold dice. Pin back handmade chain with tube bolo ends. The dice bolo tie plays on compulsion and the randomness of a roll of the dice. There is juxtaposition in locking them to a fixed position, as "loaded dice."…

My theme is Medicine. Through my art, I seek to honour the traditional practices and knowledge of my ancestors, while also creating a contemporary expression of their wisdom. Each piece is hand-crafted with care and attention to detail. Each piece…

Part of the Community Survival Skills series. Insurance, a book outlining the general ideas and some of the specifics of property, life, and car insurance; was developed to introduce second language students to what can be a complex subject. This…

Daylily to daywear describes my explorations using locally sourced sheep’s wool. Using a five pound raw fleece from Barnston Island, I processed wool to a final product. My finished collection is an homage to the sheep that the material came from…

Autistic individuals are at a higher risk of tooth decay and periodontal disease. The following accommodations can reduce sensory overwhelm and make routine dental visits more peaceful and successful.

The Ouroboros, a serpent-like deity, forms a circle by eating its tail; this action is meant to symbolize the life cycle and rebirth. This interpretation rests on a branch at the beginning of its new life cycle, gazing at the wearer with emerald…

Inspired by the concept of "want" and textures of planet surfaces designed with a heavy influence from Catholic art. Materials: sapphire, 14k gold.

Wings can always bring people a sense of freedom and unrestrainedness. And this feeling is precisely the life state I want to pursue and my attitude towards life. However, for an adult, it is challenging to balance freedom and responsibility. Adults…

Inspired by the seat of cosmic creation - the astral egg. A frothy silver hollow form, cut through to reveal the void within. The collection Eternal Light is a devotion to the impermanent spark of our reality and an ode to the boundless rays which…

Mandalas, sacred geometry, and symmetrical designs have always been something that I incorporate into my work regardless of the medium I'm working in. I love how satisfying and captivating the patterns are, and the feeling of peacefulness and…

A faceted green moss agate stone representing our earth, held together by the buffalo horns of our protector, White Buffalo Calf Women. On a band weaved with imagery of nature, hugged by a secondary twig band. The twig band is to remind us of the…

This brooch conceptualizes Medusa as an enigma and a symbol of fury, protection, agency, victimhood and force. When worn, a reminder of the strength and power of the female voice. Size: 64mm (W) x 60mm (H). Materials: bronze, brass, sterling silver…

Due to the lack of dental coverage by a large population of Canadians resulting in long-term deterioration of oral health, there are increasing advocates for universal dental care in Canada. This presentation investigates the reasons why dental care…

An assignment done in semester 1 for a tourism presentation. Our group went to the Island and did some research, and we gathered the information and show in it the poster. A digital poster for the studetn showcase 2023.

Researchers from Vancouver Community College's CareerLab, situated in the Partnership Development Office, presented their experience and findings of a qualitative study they had conducted on VCC's Work Integrated Learning (WIL) related…

Sterling silver necklace with hand-painted vignettes set behind locked glass. The collection RITES utilizes highly traditional techniques (such as hand painting, enamel, and micromosaic) juxtaposed with the modern, especially 3D printing. This…

Brooch based upon the Birds Nest Fungi (Nidulariaceae). Straw cast bronze, textured sterling silver cups, fine silver balls, sterling silver pin mechanism. Straw casting, dapping, tubing. 1.5 x 0.5 in.

Survey responses from students who self-identified as having a barrier to participating in field trips, along with a review of relevant literature, were used to create recommendations for designing low-barrier biology field trips. Presented at…

The prevalence of e-cigarettes has recently risen worldwide, with a massive proportion of consumers being adolescents and young adults. These young consumers are unaware of the health consequences that vaping makes them susceptible to. This…