I was recently interviewed by Shoutout LA, a California-based magazine covering local artists and interesting stories. Here is their first question with my response:
Hi Maddalena, is there a quote or affirmation that’s meaningful to you?
One of my favorite quotes is by author, poet and civil rights activist Maya Angelou: “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” I believe this statement to be true. I think wildlife offers endless possibility for creativity. More nature-inspired pieces I make, more designs I came out with. At times, I find difficult to keep up with my own ideas while sitting at the jewelry bench. Just need longer days…
You can read the full Shoutout article here.
An interview about my handmade jewelry and my work as a marine biologist for Shoutout LA