I grew up spending part of my life in foster care, as things were difficult early on. But even in those uncertain moments, I found comfort in creativity. Art became my way of making sense of the world—a quiet space where I could express what I felt and begin to heal. With the gentle encouragement of Linda, a kind soul during my time in care, I discovered how creativity could transform pain into beauty.

What began as dark and expressive paintings slowly bloomed into vibrant works full of colour, texture, and hope. Art taught me to see the beauty in nature, the comfort in connection, and the value of life itself. Sharing my story is still scary, but I believe that honesty can create safe spaces for others to speak about the hard things they’ve faced. I don’t want to bring sadness—I want to bring joy.

Living with MEN1 and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome has brought challenges, including surgeries and setbacks, but I choose to focus on the light: my dog Bison, my relationship with Graham, the friends who surround me, and the art community I’m growing to know. We don’t know how long we have, but we do know what we want to share—the happiness we hold inside.

Jewellery became my chosen medium because it allows me to explore materials, techniques, and storytelling in a tactile, expressive way. I love experimenting—combining technology with handcraft, old methods with new ideas, always striving to be eco-conscious and thoughtful in everything I make.

With Graham’s support, I took a leap of faith and founded MarMoo, turning my passion for creating jewellery and art into a meaningful career. Every piece I create is a small expression of joy—a reminder that even through hardship, creativity can bloom. My hope is that MarMoo jewellery brings light to those who wear it, and perhaps even a sense of connection to the story behind it.