Heyyy friends!
I’m so happy you’re here!

I'm Julie, owner + maker behind Dear Ocean Studio. My husband Blake and I were born and raised on the beautiful north coast of California, but currently live in Hudson Valley, NY.  Together we’ve slowly built this business into what it is today - an ever changing showcase of my passion for nature and art.

I've had a passion for art as long as I can remember! At around three years old, my mother sat me down on her lap with a pencil and paper and showed me how to draw a simple heart. It was one of those random vivid moments in life you remember like it was yesterday, you know the ones.

My father too supported my creativity. At around eight I remember taking trips with him to the local bead shop where we would design and make jewelry together (little did we know where that would lead one day!) Throughout my school years I took up many different art forms including drawing, painting, ceramics, and fiber arts. But in my early 20’s I finally discovered what I was most passionate about: jewelry design.

Since then my jewelry esthetic has evolved many times as I’ve learned to use different materials and techniques. The most recent? Metalsmithing! Embarking on this self-taught journey of playing with metal and fire has been a bit scary and a tad overwhelming to say the least, but once again I’ve fallen in love. This ocean lovin metalsmith can’t wait to adorn you in beautiful jewels that feel like sunny days + salt air, designed with all your adventures in mind. 

I’m a huge fan of sushi, other people's art, hunting for ocean treasures and double scoop ice cream cones. If you love long walks on the beach, sunshine, and stamps in your passport we’ll get along swimmingly!

 

xo

Julie