Donna began working with beads about 6 yrs ago because it seemed like the right thing to do. She earned her degree in art but only occasionally has that training been useful to her in beading. Her inspiration is in the designing of a piece. Her goal is to actually make the necklace after she has designed and drawn it.

Donna's favorite technique and specialty is lampwork, and she feels that she will continue to learn new things for at least the next ten years.