Shawnee obtained her goldsmith certificate in 2015 after a successful career in sports in the Canada Games system. The jewelry she makes is inspired by a love for wearing items that bring her happiness.

''I love being able to express my creativity in pieces for women to wear. Being creative started for me as a competitive figure skater. I was always known for my gracefulness as well as my strength on the ice. But what made me smile more was my competitive costumes filled with sequins, colors, and chiffon that my mother made for me. I believe that this is why I've always been attracted to jewelry as a piece to be added to a woman to make her feel elegant. I hope my pieces will achieve that for you.''