Get something completely original made just for you through an experience as singular as the sculpture you’ll receive at the end of the process.
The greatest joy in my artistic practice is making meaningful personal artworks for people that are drawn to stone. Get something completely original made just for you through an experience as singular as the sculpture you’ll receive at the end of the process.
FOR RINGS, to get started you will need to purchase a commission slot through this website as available. Once all the commission slots have been purchased, you can sign up for the email list to be informed when the next cycle of rings will be released.
FOR SCULPTURE, OBJECT ART & FURNITURE, you can send me a message through the form below to let me know what type of item you would like to commission and we’ll discuss the particulars on email first.
After you get your commission slot we’ll talk through design, vibes, and the meaning of the piece. Our convo will be wide ranging and last 45 to 90 minutes. We’ll cover the other MeowTown rings you like, what art and design inspires you, your general vibe, you’ll tell me about yourself and your life, and what you hope the ring will represent. But perhaps most importantly, we’ll talk about what your piece wants to represent - is it something to mark a major transition in your life, are you leaving something behind, are you growing towards the next challenge?
Based on our initial conversation, I’ll send you a video talking through the stones I have available that best meet your preference. You’ll select one and I’ll get carving.
The time it takes for the sculpting process can vary from a few days to a few weeks. The process includes piloting a hole, shaping the ring, refining the shape, and polishing. It’s nearly never a linear process and usually I will work on multiple pieces switching between them, chasing specific inspirations and aspirational design. Depending on where you fall in the production order, the making of your piece can take a few weeks from starting up to two months. I always complete works in the order I received them.
Finally, I will write a brief summary about your piece, the stone, and the meaning of the ring. Rings are anointed in a specific essential oil and given a unique blessing at which point I release it to you. The piece is photographed for my archives and has a unique certificate of authenticity.
Rings can be shipped to you directly anywhere in the world serviced by delivery companies or if you are based in the New York tri-state area, you can arrange in person pickup from my studio or coordinate direct delivery by me. Heavier sculptures may require specialty shipping which will be discussed upon commissioning.
FOR RINGS, to get started you will need to purchase a commission slot through this website as available. Once all the commission slots have been purchased, you can sign up for the email list to be informed when the next cycle of rings will be released.
FOR SCULPTURE, OBJECT ART & FURNITURE, you can send me a message through the form below to let me know what type of item you would like to commission and we’ll discuss the particulars on email first.
After you get your commission slot we’ll talk through design, vibes, and the meaning of the piece. Our convo will be wide ranging and last 45 to 90 minutes. We’ll cover the other MeowTown rings you like, what art and design inspires you, your general vibe, you’ll tell me about yourself and your life, and what you hope the ring will represent. But perhaps most importantly, we’ll talk about what your piece wants to represent - is it something to mark a major transition in your life, are you leaving something behind, are you growing towards the next challenge?
Based on our initial conversation, I’ll send you a video talking through the stones I have available that best meet your preference. You’ll select one and I’ll get carving.
The time it takes for the sculpting process can vary from a few days to a few weeks. The process includes piloting a hole, shaping the ring, refining the shape, and polishing. It’s nearly never a linear process and usually I will work on multiple pieces switching between them, chasing specific inspirations and aspirational design. Depending on where you fall in the production order, the making of your piece can take a few weeks from starting up to two months. I always complete works in the order I received them.
Finally, I will write a brief summary about your piece, the stone, and the meaning of the ring. Rings are anointed in a specific essential oil and given a unique blessing at which point I release it to you. The piece is photographed for my archives and has a unique certificate of authenticity.
Rings can be shipped to you directly anywhere in the world serviced by delivery companies or if you are based in the New York tri-state area, you can arrange in person pickup from my studio or coordinate direct delivery by me. Heavier sculptures may require specialty shipping which will be discussed upon commissioning.
Reserve your spot for a custom ring from an upcoming cycle of the This Too Shall Break Collection.
Each commission tells a unique story. Explore examples of custom work to see the range of possibilities.
Yes, I do in person consultations and studio visits at my studio in Brooklyn. If you’ve purchased a ring commission, we can set up a time. If you are commissioning a sculpture, object art, or furniture piece we’ll do a call before setting up an in person visit.
My inventory of found, reclaimed, and salvaged stone is always changing, but I normally work with a variety of limestone, marble, onyx, and travertine. Occasionally I’ve also worked with other materials such as anthracite coal, calcite, jasper, lapis lazuli, and others.
Send me a note to let me know what you are interested in. I’ve found that, unless inspiration strikes, I don’t love making pendants and bracelets, but I am always open to new ideas and avenues to be moved into action.
If a ring is listed as for sale on the site and it’s your size, go for it! If you are looking at a ring from the archive, unfortunately, no. Each ring is made for a specific person with a specific intent. I spend a lot of time considering the person, what ring they need, the style of the ring comes from conversation or inspiration, and I bless the rings with intent for each person. I'll do that for you in this process, but your ring will be completely unique and just for you.
If the piece is from the repeated design section, I can make a ring of that design for you in your size. If it’s a one of a kind ring, the size can not be adjusted.
Unfortunately, that's not how I work. I am happy to make you a sculpture based on inspirations you share and styles you are excited by, but do not make rings to others’ design specifications.
Most importantly - no smashy. Smashy bad. Think of your ring as a little stone sculpture, because that’s exactly what it is. Your little sculpture will take a little more mindfulness than a ring made of metal, most importantly, not hitting it hard or dropping it. Otherwise avoid harsh chemicals, things that could stain it (dyes, foods that stain, etc.). You can clean it with warm water and, if needed, a mild dish washing liquid or hand soup. Do your best to remove the ring when washing, cleaning, carrying things that are heavy.
I’m going to level with you, friend, it might. Not saying it will, but it’s possible. Your ring is a sculpture made of stone and it’s delicate and special (whispers: just like you), so if you take care of it you can have it for a really long time.
Unlike a ring of metal, a stone ring may break in time. Should the ring break, that moment should denote a moment of particular importance. Much like casting runes, the circumstances of the break will determine the meaning. If it is a positive time, it should be seen as a good omen. If it breaks in distress, it’s a time to reflect. Because each ring is made with specific intent and/or imbued with unique runes, blessings, etc. the meaning of the break will be unique to the piece and the circumstances. The ring’s breaking is not inevitable but not deniable. Such is our journey.
Yeah, I’d be happy to. In the event that a ring does break, if all the pieces are kept, it may be able to be mended. I’ve mended pieces using the kinsugi technique [link to https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kintsugi]. If you’d like a piece to be repaired you will be responsible for shipping both ways.
I recommend going to a jeweler and having a measurement done of the finger you intend to wear the ring on. You can also buy a ring sizer like this to get your measurement.
IMPORTANT SIZING INFORMATION: These stone rings can fit differently than standard metal rings, I always recommend going at least a half size higher than what you normally wear. Remember: 1) the piece is hand carved, so it may not be a perfect circle, 2) stone doesn’t expand and contract like metal and your finger does, so if you get hot or drink a bunch of water, it may become hard to remove, 3) the bands tend to be wider than metal rings and so harder to get on and off. If the size ring you wear is tight on your finger, go a full size higher, so you can ensure it will come on and off with ease.
No, I’m sorry, but all sales are final.
Hooray for you and the thoughtful gift. For all commissions, wearables or otherwise, I will need to work directly with the future owner of the piece, so we can break the surprise to them together. The design process involves direct input from the future wearer, so I’ll need to talk with them to make the piece.
Unless you specifically buy a cursed ring, no your ring isn’t cursed. I got you, boo.
