Mystical Staffs

When people think of a staff, usually a few characters come to mind: Gandalf from The Lord of the Rings, Rafiki from The Lion King, Donatello from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, or perhaps Jafar from Aladdin. Regardless of their intentions, all of these characters share some common traits - they are well-traveled, wise beyond their years, and have a connection to something deep and mystical within the universe.

Staffs have been used for generations for a variety of reasons. Part of why I’m drawn to them is their combination of uses. They provide support for you along your travels, whether you’re a shepherd roaming the plains or simply hiking through the Rockies. They serve as a spiritual guide and a symbol of transformation and protection. They can be used as a weapon when called upon. And they are also ripe for symbolic artwork.

Providing Support & Connecting to Spiritualism

The staffs I make should not be used for hiking, as they are quite heavy! However, I love the symbolism that adorns the top of these sacred, spiritual walking sticks. On top of the staffs I create sit a snake and an eagle.

While many people view the snake as a symbol of temptation, danger, and fear, they also have many positive connotations. Snakes are often associated with medicine, rebirth, wisdom, and a connection to the spiritual.

Eagles are the ultimate symbol of freedom, yet their meaning goes beyond that. They are known for their strength and power, making them symbols for both physical and mental strength. They are often associated with courage and bravery, wisdom and vision, as well as ultimate independence.

Whether they are in your hand or not, I hope these sacred staffs serve as protection and guidance on your journeys!

Sacred Serpent Boxes

As an artist who works across mediums, I find myself continually drawn to the imagery of the serpent. Not as something to fear, but as a symbol of deep transformation, guardianship, and sacred mystery. That’s what inspired my creation of Sacred Serpent boxes — handcrafted vessels designed to hold your most personal journals, thoughts, and intentions.

In many ancient cultures, the serpent was a powerful protector. In Greek mythology, serpents were often associated with guarding sacred temples and oracles. In Egyptian lore, the cobra was often depicted on crowns as a divine symbol of sovereignty and protection. The serpent is both grounded and cosmic—an eternal watcher of thresholds.

Protect What Is most Personal

Each Sacred Serpent box is infused with this energy. I sculpt the serpent by hand with the intention of wrapping your private inner world in protective, sacred care. My hope is that these boxes become ritual objects for your intentional practices. A place to tuck away what’s too delicate or too meaningful to be left unguarded.

Creating them is an act of devotion, and I hope receiving one feels the same.

Altars & Rituals

These were inspired by a trip to Mexico where we were in the beautiful land of Oaxaca, full of vibrance and history. We noticed that there were lots stray dogs all over and as a dog lover, it took so much not pet, feed, and ultimately adopt these beautiful creatures. I wanted to create a safe space for these animals so they could find comfort and healing and feel the warmth of a safe space. These are used with the specific clay that is used and seen throughout Oaxacan culture. During this trip, we saw 4 generations of weavers in the same room and interacting with each other. Seeing families with generational artists was incredibly powerful. 

Dreamwork

Our dreams are portals, gateways to deeper information about who we are, what we fear, what we desire, and what we may not yet be ready to name. They offer a direct line to the subconscious, quietly held, unless and until we choose to engage with them. When we invite our dreams into the creative process, we create space to explore and examine the themes that surface in our dream state. Art becomes a bridge, allowing the unseen to take form, texture, and meaning.

This process can be understood in three simple steps (simple to name, though not always easy to practice):

1. Have a dream

2. Remember the dream

3. Call the dream into waking consciousness and allow the creative process to lead

When we begin to loosen our fear and approach dreams with curiosity rather than avoidance, they become powerful conduits for insight. What is asking to be learned? What is asking for protection or attention? Where do fear and hope overlap, and what truths live there?

Dreamwork invites a blending of art and therapy, where image, sensation, and intuition guide us toward deeper self-understanding and integration.