Aster
1) from Greek astēr/ἀστήρ, meaning ‘star.' 2) the source for the cosmic elements that compose all life.
Slow Craft for a Fast World
I’m Katie, a fine art jeweler exploring the meeting point of meaning, nature, and form. I craft pieces that balance structure and flow while exploring motifs of human connection to the natural world.
My process is both endurance and art. I’m not chasing production, but building relics that embody persistence, imperfection, and the slow beauty of becoming.
As a devoted rockhound, I am drawn to the raw beauty of natural gemstones, celebrating their unique inclusions and imperfections as hallmarks of their earthly origins. Each piece begins with the raw beauty of the same minerals, metals, and crystalline structures that form our bodies and the ground beneath us. My work is an exploration of the extraordinary within the everyday, transforming earthly treasures into wearable art.
I believe jewelry should tell your story, rather than help you blend in. Through high-quality, hand-crafted, sustainable design, I create pieces meant to endure — relics that honor individuality, authenticity, and the shared elements that connect us all.