With gratitude to the sheep and farmers that provide me with raw material, nature that inspires me, and people who show curiosity and kindness.
Our story
Minerva’s Studio is a story of aspiration - the love of creating out of nothing or transforming materials from one form to another. I’ve been working with fiber since I can remember, sewing clothes for my dolls, and later for my girls, guiding my mom to make simple garments for me to wear to school in times of need. Knitting, needle felting, and more art forms joined my circle of interest as life went on, at an imbalance with my day job. The idea of converting my hobbies into a business kept brewing as an unreachable destination, until finally, I stopped waiting for tomorrow, and brought this small business to life.
My work invites viewers to experience a more gentle perspective on the challenges of life, notice the quiet, everyday wonders around us and take a moment to feel good.
My muse is the infinite layers of green, abundant wildlife, and mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest, and the lulling blues of the Mediterranean seas and skies, where I grew up. I use whimsical imagery to explore pressing socio-economic issues like affordable housing, which triggered my “Affordable Homes” wool sculpture line, and the importance of preserving nature. With my jewelry I hope to hit the spot between timeless elegance and the unique spirit of each individual.
I engage my young daughters in my business in ways relevant to their lives. My older one helps me with social media, and my younger one with design and operations. I hope one day to own a small farm and continue learning, producing and teaching art.
Minerva is the goddess of wisdom, science and the arts - clearly stretched thin in her duties. She is also the patron of craftsmen. I love using her legacy as the name for my art.
Maya
Owner, Minerva's Studio
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