The Idea

Perhaps an odd career choice for a child.  I always enjoyed sketching, woodworking, music, painting and various crafts; these first passions became latent as I later pursued various science courses at the University of Alberta, ultimately achieving a degree in nursing.

Much later, in a candid conversation with my husband regarding life goals, my dream of being a luthier was discussed. “Why not?” was his question.

Education

I set off across the country from British Columbia to Salt Lake City, Utah where I began attending the prestigious Violin Making School of America.

At this point, my earlier artistic proclivities combined with my background in science to become assets in the challenge of creating masterpieces of sound and beauty.

Handcrafted

I am excited to have the opportunity to meld art and science to create violins, violas and cellos to a high standard of beauty and function. 

My handcrafted instruments are built with a close eye to detail and varnished with resins collected from local forests.

Inspired by makers of 300 years ago, my goal is to combine old style construction with the demands of modern music and present day players.