i.  I work as a Jewelry Designer.

ii. I do this creative work because:
I’ve never really liked store bought jewelry so I started making my own. I like the idea of wearing something that is made with thought and purpose.

iii. Personal qualities that help me in my work:
An overactive imagination along with persistence.

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iv. The greatest challenges around doing this work are:
Staying on point. It’s really easy to start working on a new collection, then get excited by a little twist or variation.  Days can go by without one single piece being completed.

v. Creative childhood hobbies were:
Painting and photography.

vi.  Other creators who inspire you:
Surprisingly are mostly photographers and guitar players.

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vii. Training that has helped me in this career:
Has pretty much been trial and error, which has resulted in many “happy accidents”.

viii. A common trap that can hurt people in this career:
Is following the money instead of the creative process.

ix. Some proud career moments are:
Every time I have been accepted into a juried event. I am always humbled when my work has been acknowledged.

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x. If you want to work in my field:
I suggest that you really fine tune and identify your creative vision, then carve out a niche for yourself. Jewelry design is very competitive.

xi. A professional goal I have for the future:
Would be to sell my designs at Circle Craft in Vancouver.

xii. If you want to see my work:
• Check out my website, www.ebbandflodesigns.com

• I will be at the Nifty for Fifty market on April 14th in Vancouver, come on by! 2019 Nifty for Fifty

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