"I have always loved to create. Most of my inspiration comes from nature. My two main loves are scuba diving and gardening. To me, there is nothing more amazing than the creations of Mother Nature. While exploring the underwater worlds of the ocean, I have been awe-inspired by the colors, textures, and shapes found in the creatures and plant life. My own backyard gives me a lifetime of inspiration. If my work can actually include a bit of mother nature, even better!"
Deborah Marie has had a passion for art from a young age. She has studied at various institutions around the country: Revere Academy, Holland Lapidary School, Kendall Art School, Michigan State University, and Lansing Community College. Deborah Marie's jewelry is exhibited internationally and around the USA in galleries, boutiques, and fine jewelry stores.
Deborah Marie refers to her jewelry as comfortably contemporary. Her techniques are not limited to one discipline of metalsmithing. Rather than design based on techniques, her designs utilize the technique that will fully enhance the design aspects of the piece. Inspired by nature, her designs captivate and charm. Deborah Marie's goal as a designer is to create forms that produce an energy and excitement for the wearer. Her passion for life is evident in every piece she creates.
Each piece is hand fabricated in her Michigan studio from silver and gold. She often will mix traditional techniques with the unconventional. The results are innovative styles, cuts, and color capturing the energy of the design.
| Lark Books | Author, The Art of Resin Jewelry |
| Lark Books | Modular Jewelry |
| Art Jewelry Magazine | Author of how to article |
| PMC Studio | Author of how to article |
| Art Jewelry Magazine | Featured in gallery |
| PMC Studio | Featured in gallery |
| Revere Academy | Scholarship winner |
| Saul Bell International Design Competition | 2006 finalist |
| Kendall School of Design |
| William Holland School |
| Northwood University, BBA |
| Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts |
| Lansing Community College |
| Michigan State University |