Craft was Briana’s first ever love. Although, as a child, she didn’t realize the gift that it would give her later on in adulthood. She was just fascinated by the way her ideas and imagination could transform into material objects. She couldn’t get enough of making pretty and sometimes not so pretty things that her days were full of drawing, painting and daydreaming. It is this passion and fascination for the entire design process that still inspires and motivates her to keep the flow of creativity today.

Jewelry is an incredible art form that speaks to Briana as an artist. It is the multi dimensional capabilities, diverse range of styles, and unlimited possibilities of this wearable form that intrigue her. She started her journey into jewelry making at the age of eleven, selling hemp pieces at a seasonal Christmas tree farm. From there, she moved on to do seasonal craft fairs and farmers markets with beaded jewelry following high school. After some life experiences and exploration in the world, Briana decided it was time to advance and broaden her understanding of jewelry making by adding metalworking and design skills to her repertoire. This curiosity led her to Kootenay Studio Arts in Nelson BC, where, she fully immersed herself in the breathtaking beauty of the Kootenays and found inspiration in the stunning landscape and rustic architecture. Today, she fuses her true love of craft, interest in unique and contrasting textures, and admiration for nature and its raw beauty, adding a sense of playfulness and contemporary flair with her brand, Urban Alchemy.  

“I love jewelry. I love that I can sit at my bench, my happy place, and create pieces of art that will one day adorn a beautiful body. I love that through my craft, I share a small piece of my heart and my vision with my clients and fellow jewelry lovers. “