I am a sculptor, printmaker, photographer, and most of all a feminist. My work is inspired by a love of nature and informed by my passion for social justice, so tends towards the political. I often work with beautiful natural found elements that are juxtaposed against ‘man-made’ objects.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Yvonne Duck Designs, Jewelry Designer/Business Owner Jan 1995 – Jan 2004
Designed and sold jewelry to museums, galleries, and large retailers
Designed marketing strategy and all promotional advertising material
Planned and executed trade shows and exhibitions, working with over 150 gallery and retail clients,
Supervised 4 employees and managed and oversaw budget and production timelines

Brooklyn Academy of Music, Office Manager July 1991 – July 1993
Handled all office operations, database management, clerical duties, and incoming phone calls
Worked with director and musicians to plan events and meetings

The Clay Pot, Special Orders Sales Associate Aug 1993 – Jan 1995
Worked with clientele from beginning to end on custom hand-designed jewelry orders
Greeted and assisted all clients in a courteous and professional manner and acted as a liaison between clients and artists
Managed production schedule for artists and our clients
Managed and fielded all in gallery customer service calls

Montclair Public Schools, Volunteer Sept 2005 – May 2015
Designed sets and displays for the School and Music
Designed and executed a large-scale mural at Watchung Elementary School

EDUCATION
Pratt Institute, Bachelors of Fine Arts, 1991
Fashion Institute of Technology, Jewelry Design Coursework|, 1994