The Artist
Born and raised on the coasts of Nova Scotia, my love for nature and beauty has always inspired me. For as long as I can remember, I have always felt the need to express myself artistically.
In my late teens and early 20’s, I attended college in Halifax, studying applied arts and eventually graduating with a Diploma in Photography. A few years later I had the opportunity to move to beautiful Cape Town, where I returned to college and received a Diploma in Business Management and Entrepreneurship.
This gave me the skills to open and run a small business with my business partner, which we started in 2012 and closed our doors in early 2021. I then decided that Born Nova was the next venture that I wanted to pursue.
Being mostly self-taught, I am always learning new techniques and pushing myself to expand my skills. Using traditional metalsmithing techniques, each product is handcrafted and designed by myself in my home studio in Cape Town, South Africa.
When purchasing from my shop, you are ultimately supporting my dream to create beautiful things, which I am extremely grateful for. I hope that people will see the passion and heart that goes into my work.
Thank you for the support.
Kyla Dawn