I am a South African-born artist and teacher. After immigrating here in the early 2000s, I began to experiment with jewelry-making as a hobby and found that it gave me the opportunity to create permanent meaningful creations. As I taught myself jewelry techniques, I also discovered my passion for teaching. In 2007, I began giving lessons, and I now teach classes from my studio and around Seattle. In 2018, I launched Samantha Slater Studio – a minimalist, geometric jewelry line created from ethically sourced materials. I recycle all my studio remnants and use cotton tee shirts in my packaging. I strive to create jewelry that makes you look good and feel good.