About Gwyneth

I grew up on the central coast of California in an artistic and science driven home environment. My parents encouraged us to learn new things and to explore our world. I was provided with materials, tools and support.

My mother was a fiber artist and a beader, she also had multiple degrees in mathematics and in science. Her home studio was small but every square inch was utilized for her craft. I remember coming home from school as a child and going out to the garage to find my mother at one of her looms. Weaving the fabric that she would later turn into an amazing and colorful garment with plenty of pockets. She taught me how to make jewelry and bought me my first chainmaille kit that we worked on together. When she passed away in 2012 from breast cancer, I started a small business making chanimaille jewelry and selling it to anyone who was interested. The business was not for profit, it was an outlet for grief but it allowed me to continue paying for materials and gave me good homes to send my work off to.

My Dad is also artistic; he mainly works in wood, but also dabbles in everything else. He is an avid gardener, and is constantly working on projects around the house and yard. He has been fostering my artistic development since childhood. Enthusiastic when I succeed and analytical about any setbacks.

I attended college at the University of Memphis and finished my bachelors degree in General Studio Art at Cal State Fullerton where I learned to make ceramics. Since college and up until the beginning of the pandemic I have grown my business part time while simultaneously working a full time job in the graphics and print industry. 

In the year since the pandemic began I have used the time to develop a project called Omni Open Studios, which supports fellow artist by promoting their work through Artist Video collaborations and live online art events. I have also spent this time developing my own work, expanding my product lines for both small batch ceramics and chainmaille jewelry. As well as connecting with my community of supporters. 

In the coming year, I hope to continue to establish myself as an artist, and provide support for fellow artists in my community. 

Enjoy and don’t be a stranger.

-Gwyneth