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Small Favors 2025

This year marks the 19th anniversary of this beloved exhibition, showcasing nearly 400 small-scale artworks packed with big ideas, personality, and material exploration—all within a 4-inch cube! Small Favors has expanded to include artists working in wood, metal, glass, fiber, paper, and paint.


The exhibition took place at The clay studio in Philadelphia and online.  

April 10 – June 29, 2025  


Two works made from receipts have been selected for smallfavors, an exhibition juried by Jennifer Zwilling and Trinity Dubois.


I sold my plastic Ring.


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Lamina Spring 2025

As part of the Production Process class, we created and sold a total of 12 jewelry pieces based on 3 to 4 different designs.

The work was showcased at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture auditorium in Philadelphia.

April 9–12, 2025

I sold a pair of dome-shaped earrings and hoops earrings.



The Unexpected Adornment 

MFA Thesis Exhibition

The Unexpected Adornment is the Master Thesis Exhibition of the Tyler School of Art and Architecture.
This body of work explores the transformation of everyday plastic cutlery into unexpected forms of adornment.

Through repetitive manipulation, the plastic elements take on new sculptural identities, breaking away from their original function and perceived value to reveal a new kind of beauty.

March 26 - 29, 2025

A total of 22 pieces made from plastic showcased.




Cut / Fold / Press


This show brings together 41 incredible artists exploring the endless possibilities of paper—cut, folded, woven, sculpted, printed, and more.

The exhibition took place at Staenberg Gallery in Missouri and online.  

March 11 – April 28, 2025

Two works made from receipts have been selected for Cut/Fold/Press, an exhibition juried by Craft Alliance’s inaugural Visiting Artist, Buzz Spector.


It showcased in online. (Click here!)



Lost In Jewellery Magazine

The Italian Rome-based publisher, Lost In Jewellery Magazine, held an open call in celebration of Valentine's Day. A pendant inspired by a plastic fork was selected and featured on their website and Instagram for promotion and sale. This publication achieved a groundbreaking milestone, reaching 850,000 views.

It showcased in online. (Click here!)


Eat stone! made from silver and cz have been selected for Be my valentine.





In Flux

In Flux is a vibrant showcase featuring the dynamic works of Tyler School of Art grad students—part of this year's Open Studio!

April 22–28, 2024

Plastic ring made from Recycled plastic and alumiuim can have been selected for Be my valentine.






Fuzzy Form

Fuzzy form is a vibrant showcase featuring the dynamic works of Tyler School of Art grad students.

August 19 - Septmenber 13, 2024

Three works made from plastic forks have been selected .





Echo - Systems

Eco System was an exhibition held at Temple Contemporary, organized by Mollie Hansen, a second-year graduate student in culinary arts. The exhibition featured submissions from Tyler community members, including undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff.

May 8 - 31, 2024

Two works made from plastic forks have been selected.







Slovenian Jewelry Week 2024

This annual event presents and connects contemporary jewelry designers from Slovenia and around the world. SIJW collaborates with a variety of domestic and international institutions. It serves as a platform that encourages creativity, knowledge, and innovation. It acts as a bridge between the past, the present, and the future. It is a celebration of art, dedication, and passion—of contemporary jewelry that reflects the creators' thoughts and ideas. It is a space where the designers' creative visions can truly be felt.

The event took place in Ljubljana, Slovenia, as well as online.

May 5 – 20, 2024

Two works made from plastic forks were selected for SIJW, an exhibition juried by mag. Olga Košica.




Baltimore Jewelry Center Showcase

Located in our entrance, our vitrines are the first glimpse visitors get of the Baltimore Jewelry Center. These vitrines serve as exhibition space, showcasing the breadth of contemporary jewelry and metalsmithing happening in our community. These curated displays feature work from our students, instructors, and invited artists, highlighting creative practices within our community. From student showcases to invitational exhibitions and open calls, the vitrines provide an ever-evolving platform for exploration, experimentation, and creative dialogue.

The exhibition took place in Baltimore, USA.

April 12 – August 12, 2024

Two works made from plastic forks were selected for the Baltimore Jewelry Center Showcase, highlighting experimental approaches to materials and form.



Munich Jewelry week 2024

3 x USA is a series of three exhibitions by US-based artists, held in one space, ZIRKA, during Munich Jewellery Week. The exhibitions are Unfamiliars, A Call for Darkness, and Tasty: A Collaborative Student Exhibition. TASTY is a collaborative exhibition featuring student work, with representation from four schools across the United States.

The event will be showcased in Munich, Germany.

February 29 – March 2, 2024

Two works made from plastic forks, including rings and bracelets, were selected and exhibited in Munich.



The Battle of the Ring

BATTLE of the RINGS, also known as the RING SMACKDOWN, is a head-to-head, tournament-style, single-elimination juried competition and virtual event, with a top prize of $500.

The exhibition was held in Seattle, WA.

March 4 to 29, 2024.

My ring was selected as one of 64 finalists by jurors Nicole Ringgold and Ryan Gardner, from a total of 112 submissions across 13 countries.

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The 37th Marzee International Graduate show 2023

The Marzee International Graduate Show is undoubtedly the highlight of our exhibition calendar. With this event, we aim to endorse the work of a new generation of jewellery artists, increase their exposure to a wider public, and encourage a dialogue between makers and their wearers.

The first Marzee Graduate Show took place in 1986 and has since grown from a modest exhibition into an event unparalleled in size and scope. Since 1995, the show has included students from an increasing number of international schools and academies, offering a fascinating insight into the ideas and concerns that inspire young artists from around the world. Every year, we award the Marzee Graduate Prize to several of the most promising graduates in recognition of their outstanding work.

The exhibition was held in Nijmegen, Netherlands

August 6 – October 18, 2023

Two brooches made from receipt paper were selected and exhibited in Nijmegen.


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Editing of Experience 1st & 2nd

BFA Thesis Exhibition

Editing of Experience is a Bachelor’s graduation exhibition featuring the works of 52 students, each reflecting their personal experiences through their pieces.
The exhibition was held in two locations

Cheonan: November 13–19, 2023

Seoul: November 23–28, 2023

A total of eight pieces were exhibited.





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