Linda lives and creates beautiful jewelry in Boulder, CO. Her jewelry reflects her love of metal and stone, and an eclectic mix of silver, gold, bronze, brass, and gemstones compose her work. Her pieces often express a relationship to others or the earth. Metals such as bronze and silver are often combined for contrast and beauty. Many silversmithing techniques are utilized to achieve the ambience. Many influences contribute to her perspective and designs. Her mother created ceramic sculptures until her late eighties. From her, she learned to be fluid and changeable in design and life. Her father collected early American metal artifacts instilling a deep appreciation of hand forged metal. Her grandfather spent much of his life collecting fossils and gemstones in the Western states. He inspired her love for gemstones and led her to major in Geology.